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Pinderfields Hospital PRU Catchment Area

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

Pinderfields Hospital PRU is a pupil referral unit not applicable school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 93 pupils, and a capacity of 29 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

93

Pupils

29

Capacity

321%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Pinderfields Hospital PRU Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 93 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 29 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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Pinderfields Hospital PRU — School Information

Full address
The Wrenthorpe Centre, Imperial Avenue, Wakefield, WF2 0LW
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Pupil referral unit
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
53.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139560

Other Not applicable Schools in Wakefield

If Pinderfields Hospital PRU is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pinderfields Hospital PRU

Is Pinderfields Hospital PRU oversubscribed?

Yes — Pinderfields Hospital PRU currently has 93 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 29 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Pinderfields Hospital PRU?

Admission to Pinderfields Hospital PRU 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 Pinderfields Hospital PRU cover?

Pinderfields Hospital PRU is a not applicable school in Wakefield, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Pinderfields Hospital PRU?

Pinderfields Hospital PRU was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.