Darrington Church of England Primary School

URN: 140110 • Pontefract WF8 3SB

Overview

Name
Darrington Church of England Primary School
URN
140110
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DARRINGTON CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Lunn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01977232320
Website
Visit
Address
Denby Crest, Pontefract WF8 3SB

Summary

Darrington Church of England Primary School, located in Pontefract, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 129 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically and personally. Underpinned by Christian values of Peace, Respect, and Friendship, the school emphasizes the spiritual development of its students alongside their educational growth.

The curriculum at Darrington CE Primary is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, aiming to equip pupils with the skills necessary for lifelong learning. The school encourages independence and motivation, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Recent accolades include a "Good" rating from Ofsted in 2019 and an "Excellent" rating from SIAMS in 2023, reflecting the school's dedication to excellence.

Darrington CE Primary also prioritizes the teaching of British values, such as democracy and mutual respect, integrating these principles into various aspects of school life. The school community is actively involved in promoting these values, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child can flourish.

Key details

LA
Wakefield
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DARRINGTON CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Capacity
105
Pupils
129
Boys
63
Girls
66
FSM %
8.40
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 129 63 66 105 8.40
2024-09-11 123 55 68 105 7.40
2023-09-11 121 47 74 105 14.20
2022-09-11 121 47 74 105 14.20
2021-09-11 120 47 73 105 11.30
2020-09-11 125 46 79 105 5.60

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