Castleford Half Acres Primary School

URN: 108238 • Castleford WF10 5RE

Overview

Name
Castleford Half Acres Primary School
URN
108238
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mandy Pickles (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Temple Street, Castleford WF10 5RE

Summary

Castleford Half Acres Primary School is a mixed community school located in Castleford, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 270 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that encourages children to aspire to achieve their best. The ethos of the school is centred around strong values that are integrated into the curriculum, promoting lifelong learning and personal development.

The Headteacher, Mrs R Taylor, emphasizes the importance of high expectations and support for every child, ensuring they gain knowledge that is retained over time. This approach is designed to prepare students for their future educational journeys beyond primary school. The school is part of the Inspire Partnership Trust, which collaborates with other schools to inspire excellence among students and staff.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various channels, including newsletters and social media updates. The school prioritises communication and partnership with families to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
270
Boys
135
Girls
135
FSM %
14.40
Open date
Close date
2017-02-28
Last Ofsted
2016-03-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 270 135 135 210 14.40
2024-09-11 270 135 135 210 14.40
2023-09-11 270 135 135 210 14.40
2022-09-11 270 135 135 210 14.40
2021-09-11 270 135 135 210 14.40
2020-09-11 270 135 135 210 14.40

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