Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School

URN: 130375 • Wakefield WF4 1NN

Overview

Name
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
URN
130375
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Melgram (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924862600
Website
Visit
Address
Shay Lane, Wakefield WF4 1NN

Summary

Shay Lane Primary School is a community school located in Crofton, Wakefield, serving a mixed-gender population of 229 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 210. The school aims to create a caring and nurturing environment that fosters high achievement for all students, regardless of their backgrounds or needs. Central to its ethos are the values of belonging, believing, and becoming, which encourage students to feel valued, confident in their abilities, and aspire to reach their full potential.

The school offers a structured day for full-time pupils from Reception to Year 6, with a total of 32.5 hours of education each week. In addition to the core curriculum, Shay Lane provides optional breakfast club services and part-time nursery sessions, ensuring that families have access to flexible childcare options. The dedicated staff includes a range of teaching and support personnel, all committed to the well-being and academic success of every child.

With a focus on equal opportunities, Shay Lane Primary School strives to support its students' personal and academic growth, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging within the school environment.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
229
Boys
113
Girls
116
FSM %
23.90
Open date
1995-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 229 113 116 210 23.90
2024-09-11 221 107 114 210 19.90
2023-09-11 219 123 96 210 23.30
2022-09-11 219 123 96 210 23.30
2021-09-11 217 123 94 210 26.80
2020-09-11 219 129 90 210 26.00

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