Airedale Junior Academy
Airedale Junior Academy is a primary located in Wakefield, WF10 3EP. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 7 to 11. It currently has approximately 386 pupils on roll.
Airedale Junior Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 7 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wakefield
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 448
Number of Pupils: 386
Number of Boys: 199
Number of Girls: 187
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 40.2
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-01
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2018-01-17
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: McKechnie
Phone: 01977556946
Website: www.airedalejuniorschool.co.uk
Location: Fryston Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Airedale Junior Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Airedale Junior Academy?
Airedale Junior Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Airedale Junior Academy admit?
Airedale Junior Academy admits pupils from age 7 to 11.
Is Airedale Junior Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Airedale Junior Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Airedale Junior Academy?
Airedale Junior Academy is a academy sponsor led offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Airedale Junior Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Airedale Junior Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Airedale Junior Academy?
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