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Hendal Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hendal Primary School is a community primary school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 416 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

416

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Hendal Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hendal Primary School is set by Wakefield and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Wakefield catchment area documents →

Hendal Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hendal Lane, Wakefield, WF2 7QW
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
34.2% of pupils
DfE URN
108218

Other Primary Schools in Wakefield

If Hendal Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hendal Primary School

Is Hendal Primary School oversubscribed?

Hendal Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hendal Primary School?

Admission to Hendal 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 Hendal Primary School cover?

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