South Ossett Infant Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Vicar Lane Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 0BE |
| Reference Number | 137737 |
South Ossett Infant Academy has demonstrated a good overall performance since its transformation from an outstanding infant school to an academy. The school fosters a positive and respectful environment, where pupils develop good relationships with their peers and staff. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, supporting the educational needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). However, the school faces challenges in ensuring that every pupil, particularly those with SEND, receives tailored support that enables their optimal learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 80 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.5%
Girls: 52.5% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 6.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 19.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 15 | 21 |
| 2 | 13 | 7 | 20 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.8% |
| White, Other | 3.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| Irish | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Dec 2023 | School inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 20 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as South Ossett Infant School | |
| 20 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
| 21 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils display kindness and respect towards each other.
- The teaching of routines starts in early years, promoting independence and maturity.
- The phonics curriculum is well established, enhancing reading skills.
- Staff consider the well-being and workload of each other, providing a supportive environment.
- Pupils engage positively in their learning and enjoy school activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Insufficient opportunities for pupils to practice and deepen their learning in some subjects.
- Support strategies for pupils with SEND are not precisely matched to their needs.
- Recording of safeguarding actions lacks precision for better evaluation.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 13 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
Storrs Hill Road, Ossett, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DQ |
0.19 miles |
|
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
Healey Road, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8LB |
0.36 miles |
|
Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Southdale Road, Southdale Ce Junior School, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 8BA |
0.39 miles |
|
Ossett South Parade Primary
Fairfield Road, South Parade, Ossett, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DZ |
0.47 miles |
|
Towngate Primary Academy
Whitley Spring Road, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0QA |
0.78 miles |
|
Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy
Bridge Road, Horbury Bridge, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5PS |
0.89 miles |
|
Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School
Church Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9DG |
0.89 miles |
|
Horbury St Peter's and Clifton CofE (VC) Primary School
Shepstye Road, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5BE |
1.04 miles |
|
Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School
Wakefield Road, Flushdyke, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9AN |
1.06 miles |
|
Horbury Primary Academy
Northfield Lane, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5DW |
1.32 miles |
|
Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School
Broadway, Wakefield, WF2 8AA |
1.4 miles |
|
Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
Netherton Lane, Netherton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4HQ |
1.58 miles |
|
Orchard Primary Academy
Princess Road, Chickenley, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 8QT |
1.73 miles |
|
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Dewsbury Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 9DD |
1.74 miles |
|
Gawthorpe Community Academy
High Street, Gawthorpe, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9QP |
1.76 miles |
|
Middlestown Primary Academy
Cross Road, Middlestown, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4QE |
1.85 miles |
|
St Michael's CofE Academy
Flanshaw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 9JA |
1.9 miles |
|
Earlsheaton Infant School
Commercial Street, Earlsheaton, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 8JF |
1.97 miles |
|
Paradise Primary School
1 Bretton Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9BB |
2.1 miles |
|
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
St Paul's Drive, Alverthorpe, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 0BT |
2.15 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Storrs Hill Road, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DG |
0.24 miles |
|
Hall Cliffe School
Dovecote Lane, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 6BB |
0.8 miles |
|
Horbury Academy
Wakefield Road, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5HE |
1.21 miles |
|
Highfield School
Gawthorpe Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9BS |
1.9 miles |
|
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Valley Drive, Dewsbury, WF12 0HE |
2.03 miles |
|
Trinity Academy Cathedral
Thornes Road, Wakefield, WF2 8QF |
2.3 miles |
|
Madni Academy
40-42 Scarborough Street, Savile Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AY |
2.35 miles |
|
Silcoates School
Silcoates Lane, West Yorkshire, WF2 0PD |
2.35 miles |
|
Manor Croft Academy
Old Bank Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 7DW |
2.39 miles |
|
Rida Girls High School
39 Warren Street, Savile Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9LX |
2.55 miles |
|
Denby Grange School
Off Stocksmoor Rd, Midgley, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4JG |
2.72 miles |
|
Rida Boys High School
2 Chapel Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9NQ |
2.91 miles |
|
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DH |
2.91 miles |
|
CAPA College
Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN |
2.95 miles |
|
Wakefield Girls' High School
Wentworth Street, Wakefield, WF1 2QS |
3 miles |
|
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School
154 Northgate, Wakefield, WF1 3QX |
3.13 miles |
|
Ravenshall School
Ravensthorpe Road, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9EE |
3.15 miles |
|
The Branch Christian School
Dewsbury Gospel Church, West Park Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 4LA |
3.32 miles |
|
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
Oxford Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 4LL |
3.35 miles |
|
Kettlethorpe High School
Kettlethorpe Hall Drive, Standbridge Lane, Sandal, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 7EL |
3.46 miles |