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Larks Hill Junior and Infant School Catchment Area

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

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 202 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

202

Pupils

210

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Larks Hill Junior and Infant 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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.

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Larks Hill Junior and Infant School — School Information

Full address
Larks Hill, Pontefract, WF8 4RJ
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
6.4% of pupils
DfE URN
139499

Other Primary Schools in Pontefract

If Larks Hill Junior and Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Pontefract are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Larks Hill Junior and Infant School

Is Larks Hill Junior and Infant School oversubscribed?

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Larks Hill Junior and Infant School?

Admission to Larks Hill Junior and Infant 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 Larks Hill Junior and Infant School cover?

Larks Hill Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.