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Glasshoughton Infant Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Glasshoughton Infant Academy is a academy converter primary school in Castleford, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 228 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

228

Pupils

180

Capacity

127%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Glasshoughton Infant Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Glasshoughton Infant Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wakefield. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Glasshoughton Infant Academy — School Information

Full address
Newfield Avenue, Castleford, WF10 4BH
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
7.4% of pupils
DfE URN
140312

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If Glasshoughton Infant Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Castleford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Glasshoughton Infant Academy

Is Glasshoughton Infant Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Glasshoughton Infant Academy currently has 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Glasshoughton Infant Academy?

Admission to Glasshoughton Infant Academy is managed by Wakefield. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Glasshoughton Infant Academy cover?

Glasshoughton Infant Academy is a primary school in Castleford, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Glasshoughton Infant Academy?

Glasshoughton Infant Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.