Sharlston Community School
Sharlston Community School is a primary located in Wakefield, WF4 1DH. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 276 pupils on roll.
Sharlston Community School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Wakefield
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 315
Number of Pupils: 276
Number of Boys: 150
Number of Girls: 126
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 32.5
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-21
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: Good
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-12-17
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Oldroyd
Phone: 01924967614
Website: www.sharlstonschool.org
Location: Hammer Lane, Sharlston Common
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sharlston Community School
What is the Ofsted rating of Sharlston Community School?
Sharlston Community School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Sharlston Community School admit?
Sharlston Community School admits pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Sharlston Community School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Sharlston Community School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Sharlston Community School?
Sharlston Community School is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Sharlston Community School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Sharlston Community School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Sharlston Community School?
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