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Normanton Altofts Junior School Catchment Area

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

Normanton Altofts Junior School is a community primary school in Normanton, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 333 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

333

Pupils

360

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Normanton Altofts Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Normanton Altofts Junior 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: 93% 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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Normanton Altofts Junior School — School Information

Full address
Ash Tree Gardens, Altofts, Normanton, WF6 2NF
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
17.7% of pupils
DfE URN
108208

Other Primary Schools in Normanton

If Normanton Altofts Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Normanton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Normanton Altofts Junior School

Is Normanton Altofts Junior School oversubscribed?

Normanton Altofts Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Normanton Altofts Junior School?

Admission to Normanton Altofts Junior 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 Normanton Altofts Junior School cover?

Normanton Altofts Junior School is a primary school in Normanton, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Normanton Altofts Junior School?

Normanton Altofts Junior School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.