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Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane Catchment Area

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

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is a academy converter primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 315 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

315

Pupils

315

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane 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: 315 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 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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Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane — School Information

Full address
Bell Lane, Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7JH
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145941

Other Primary Schools in Pontefract

If Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Pontefract are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

Is Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane oversubscribed?

Yes — Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane currently has 315 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane?

Admission to Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane 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 Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane cover?

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane 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 Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane?

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.