St Helen's CE Primary School

URN: 139573 • Pontefract WF9 4EG

Overview

Name
St Helen's CE Primary School
URN
139573
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ENHANCE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lee Swift (since 2025)
Telephone
01977617955
Website
Visit
Address
Highfield Road, Pontefract WF9 4EG

Summary

St Helen's CE Primary School, located in Pontefract, Wakefield, is a mixed academy sponsor-led institution with a current enrolment of 217 pupils, out of a capacity of 270. The school prides itself on its Christian values, aiming to nurture each child's unique qualities while fostering academic and social development. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its commitment to providing a supportive and caring environment for all students.

The curriculum at St Helen's is designed to be comprehensive and engaging, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, as well as promoting British values and personal development through PSHE. The school also offers extracurricular activities and wraparound childcare, ensuring that children have opportunities for enrichment beyond the classroom.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (47.70%), St Helen's is dedicated to supporting the diverse needs of its community. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations, fostering a collaborative approach to education and well-being. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ENHANCE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
217
Boys
115
Girls
102
FSM %
47.70
Open date
2013-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 115 102 270 47.70
2024-09-11 211 119 92 270 46.30
2023-09-11 247 143 104 270 43.00
2022-09-11 247 143 104 270 43.00
2021-09-11 255 145 110 270 38.80
2020-09-11 239 133 106 270 34.70

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