Ark Orchard Head Primary School

Ark Orchard Head Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Ark Orchard Head Primary School's ungraded inspection to be?

Ofsted judged Ark Orchard Head Primary School's ungraded inspection as Improved significantly at its inspection in November 2019 (no grade issued), on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Ark Orchard Head Primary School?

Ark Orchard Head Primary School has 335 pupils on roll.

What ages does Ark Orchard Head Primary School take?

Ark Orchard Head Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is Ark Orchard Head Primary School located?

Ark Orchard Head Primary School is located in Pontefract, WF8 2NJ, Wakefield.

How do I apply to Ark Orchard Head Primary School?

Ark Orchard Head 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.

What is the largest ethnic background at Ark Orchard Head Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 90.7% of pupils at Ark Orchard Head Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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