Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School

Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School's quality of education to be?

Ofsted judged Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School's quality of education as Requires improvement at its inspection in January 2025, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School?

Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School has 608 pupils on roll.

What ages does Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School take?

Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School located?

Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School is located in Wakefield, WF2 6AS, Wakefield.

How do I apply to Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School?

Sandal Castle VA Community 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 Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Sandal Castle VA Community 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 Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 50.3% of pupils at Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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