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Grove Lea Primary School Catchment Area

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

Grove Lea Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 246 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

246

Pupils

210

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Grove Lea Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Grove Lea Primary School 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: 246 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Grove Lea Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hemsworth Grove Lea Primary, Grove Terrace, Hemsworth, Pontefract, WF9 4BQ
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
19.9% of pupils
DfE URN
148287

Other Primary Schools in Pontefract

If Grove Lea Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Pontefract are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Grove Lea Primary School

Is Grove Lea Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Grove Lea Primary School currently has 246 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Grove Lea Primary School?

Admission to Grove Lea Primary School 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 Grove Lea Primary School cover?

Grove Lea Primary School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Grove Lea Primary School?

Grove Lea Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.