Darrington Church of England Primary School

Darrington Church of England Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Darrington Church of England Primary School's quality of education to be?

Ofsted judged Darrington Church of England Primary School's quality of education as Good at its inspection in October 2024, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Darrington Church of England Primary School?

Darrington Church of England Primary School has 129 pupils on roll.

What ages does Darrington Church of England Primary School take?

Darrington Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is Darrington Church of England Primary School located?

Darrington Church of England Primary School is located in Pontefract, WF8 3SB, Wakefield.

How do I apply to Darrington Church of England Primary School?

Darrington Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Darrington Church of England Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Darrington Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

What is the largest ethnic background at Darrington Church of England Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 93.8% of pupils at Darrington Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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