De Lacy Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Chequerfield Lane Pontefract West Yorkshire WF8 2TG |
| Phone | 01977722620 |
| Reference Number | 140023 |
De Lacy Primary School has undergone a remarkable transformation since its previous inspection, moving from requiring improvement to achieving outstanding in all areas assessed. The school's leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to educational excellence, with an ambitious curriculum that effectively incorporates knowledge and skills across various subjects. Pupils experience an enriched learning environment supported by a wealth of extracurricular activities, which fosters their development both academically and personally. The emphasis on reading and character development is particularly commendable, contributing to students' overall high achievements and well-rounded development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 336 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.4%
Girls: 50.6% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 48.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 18 | 44 |
| 2 | 21 | 24 | 45 |
| 3 | 19 | 24 | 43 |
| 4 | 17 | 29 | 46 |
| 5 | 25 | 19 | 44 |
| 6 | 25 | 19 | 44 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 91.7% |
| White, Other | 2.4% |
| African | 1.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.2% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 12 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2020 | School inspection: |
| 21 Apr 2015 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-designed, enabling deep understanding among pupils.
- Pupils with SEND receive high-quality support and achieve well.
- Exemplary behaviour and attitudes among pupils create a positive learning environment.
- Strong links with the local community enhance students' experiences.
- Leaders effectively support staff development and training.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 80% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 18% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.6 | ||
| Writing | 1.6 | ||
| Maths | 5.5 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 21 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Harewood Centre Nursery School
Harewood Avenue, Pontefract, WF8 2ER |
0.25 miles |
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Cherry Tree Academy
Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2HN |
0.32 miles |
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Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 2HN |
0.37 miles |
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The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School
Carleton Road, Carleton, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3NP |
0.68 miles |
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St Giles C of E Academy
St Giles C of E Academy, Skinner Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1HG |
0.82 miles |
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Carleton Park Junior and Infant School
Moxon Close, Carleton Park, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3PT |
0.86 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontefract
Newgate, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4AA |
0.98 miles |
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Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School
Orchard Head Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 2NJ |
1.19 miles |
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Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
Larks Hill, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4RJ |
1.2 miles |
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Darrington Church of England Primary School
Denby Crest, Darrington, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3SB |
1.34 miles |
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Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4BW |
1.34 miles |
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Simpson's Lane Academy
Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, WF11 0PJ |
1.58 miles |
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Willow Green Academy
Hampden Close, Knottingley, WF11 8PT |
1.7 miles |
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The Vale Primary Academy
Ferrybridge Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 8JF |
1.97 miles |
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England Lane Academy
England Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 0JA |
2.28 miles |
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Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Gordon Street, Pontefract, WF7 6LW |
2.35 miles |
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Airedale Infant Academy
Poplar Avenue, Airedale, Airedale Junior School, Castleford, WF10 3QJ |
2.49 miles |
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Townville Academy
Poplar Avenue, Townville, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3QJ |
2.49 miles |
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Airedale Junior Academy
Fryston Road, Airedale, 23, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3EP |
2.49 miles |
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Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy
Low Street, Brotherton, Knottingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 9HQ |
2.6 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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High Well School
Rookhill Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 2DD |
0.17 miles |
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Carleton High School
Green Lane, Carleton, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3NW |
0.87 miles |
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The King's School
Mill Hill Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4JF |
1.03 miles |
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New College Pontefract
Park Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QR |
1.38 miles |
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Balance Alternative Provision
The White Building, Lock Hill, Ferrybridge, Knottingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 8NE |
2.07 miles |
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The Featherstone Academy
Pontefract Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 5AJ |
2.18 miles |
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De Lacy Academy
Middle Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire, WF11 0BZ |
2.36 miles |
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Airedale Academy
Crewe Road, Airedale, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3JU |
2.39 miles |
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St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy
Cutsyke Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 6BD |
2.82 miles |
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Ackworth School
Pontefract Road, West Yorkshire, WF7 7LT |
3.22 miles |
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Castleford Academy
Ferrybridge Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4JQ |
3.24 miles |
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Oakfield Park School
Barnsley Road, Ackworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7DT |
3.96 miles |
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The Grange School
Methley Rd, Castleford, WF10 1PN |
4.15 miles |
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Outwood Academy Freeston
Favell Avenue, Normanton, WF6 1HZ |
4.88 miles |