Sharlston Community School
URN: 143003 • Wakefield WF4 1DH
Overview
- Name
- Sharlston Community School
- URN
- 143003
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Luke Oldroyd (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924967614
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hammer Lane, Wakefield WF4 1DH
Summary
Sharlston Community School is a mixed primary academy located in Wakefield, serving 270 pupils with a capacity of 315. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and challenging environment where every child is encouraged to shine and achieve their potential. With a focus on creating a happy and hardworking community, Sharlston aims to provide quality education through dedicated teaching staff.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to engage students and promote their academic and personal growth. Staff members are committed to providing the necessary support to help children overcome challenges and succeed in their educational journey. The school also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, welcoming parents and guardians to participate in school activities and visit the premises.
Sharlston Community School has a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to engage students and promote their academic and personal growth. Staff members are committed to providing the necessary support to help children overcome challenges and succeed in their educational journey. The school also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, welcoming parents and guardians to participate in school activities and visit the premises.
Sharlston Community School has a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs Team (sen)
- Home (other)
- Academy Standards Committee (other)
- Friends of Sharlston School (other)
- Headteacher's Welcome (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Key Policies and Documents (other)
- Our Staff (other)
- Vision and Values (other)
- Pupil Leadership (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 270
- Boys
- 146
- Girls
- 124
- FSM %
- 34.50
- Open date
- 2016-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-04-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 270 | 146 | 124 | 315 | 34.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 276 | 150 | 126 | 315 | 32.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 320 | 173 | 147 | 315 | 22.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 320 | 173 | 147 | 315 | 22.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 330 | 177 | 153 | 294 | 23.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 330 | 182 | 148 | 294 | 20.90 |
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