Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

URN: 130964 • Pontefract WF9 1AJ

Overview

Name
Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
URN
130964
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jenny Griffiths (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977649157
Website
Visit
Address
Badsworth Ce J&I (Vc) School, Main Street, Pontefract WF9 1AJ

Summary

Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a mixed primary school located in Pontefract, Wakefield, with a current enrolment of 206 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on maintaining high expectations and standards, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where children feel welcomed and safe. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, aiming to create a loving atmosphere conducive to learning and personal development.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to encourage academic achievement and personal growth. In addition to core subjects, various extracurricular activities, including clubs like Young Voices and Board Games Club, are available to enhance students' social skills and interests. The school actively engages with the community and encourages parental involvement, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.

Badsworth CE School is currently accepting applications for Year 5. Parents can contact the school office for more information or visit the website for updates on school events and newsletters. The school office operates from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
206
Boys
96
Girls
110
FSM %
15.00
Open date
1996-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 206 96 110 210 15.00
2024-09-11 204 95 109 210 13.20
2023-09-11 194 90 104 210 13.40
2022-09-11 194 90 104 210 13.40
2021-09-11 195 94 101 210 7.70
2020-09-11 200 97 103 210 8.50

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