Upton Primary School
URN: 130862 • Pontefract WF9 1JS
Overview
- Name
- Upton Primary School
- URN
- 130862
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynne Williamson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01977650820
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Waggon Lane, Pontefract WF9 1JS
Summary
Upton Primary School is a community school located in Pontefract, Wakefield, catering to a mixed-gender population of 471 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where every child is respected and encouraged to reach their full potential. Upton Primary emphasizes the values of care for oneself, others, and the world, encapsulated in their ethos of "Upton Cares."
The curriculum at Upton Primary is designed to be varied and stimulating, providing a broad range of learning opportunities across subjects such as reading, writing, maths, science, and the arts. The school also prioritises pupil well-being and offers support for special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they need to thrive.
In addition to academic learning, Upton Primary promotes community involvement and parental participation through various events and initiatives. The school provides additional services such as breakfast and after-school clubs, fostering a sense of community and support for families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Upton Primary is designed to be varied and stimulating, providing a broad range of learning opportunities across subjects such as reading, writing, maths, science, and the arts. The school also prioritises pupil well-being and offers support for special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they need to thrive.
In addition to academic learning, Upton Primary promotes community involvement and parental participation through various events and initiatives. The school provides additional services such as breakfast and after-school clubs, fostering a sense of community and support for families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
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- Governors (governance)
- Governor Vacancies (governance)
- Governors Committees Terms of Reference (governance)
- Governors Roles and Responsibilities (governance)
- Full Governing Body Minutes (governance)
- Register of Business Interests (governance)
- SEN & Disability (sen)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 471
- Boys
- 250
- Girls
- 221
- FSM %
- 33.70
- Open date
- 1996-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 471 | 250 | 221 | 420 | 33.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 463 | 241 | 222 | 420 | 30.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 459 | 223 | 236 | 420 | 25.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 459 | 223 | 236 | 420 | 25.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 460 | 207 | 253 | 420 | 22.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 471 | 218 | 253 | 420 | 16.00 |
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