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Silcoates School Catchment Area

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

Silcoates School is a other independent not applicable school in West Yorkshire, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 514 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

2–19

Age range

514

Pupils

800

Capacity

64%

Fill rate

Silcoates School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Silcoates School is managed by Wakefield and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

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 →

Silcoates School — School Information

Full address
Silcoates Lane, Wrenthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF2 0PD
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Religious character
United Reformed Church
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
108303

Other Not applicable Schools in West Yorkshire

If Silcoates School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in West Yorkshire are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Silcoates School

Is Silcoates School oversubscribed?

Silcoates School has a capacity of 800 places and currently has 514 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Wakefield.

What is the admissions policy for Silcoates School?

Silcoates School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Wakefield before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Silcoates School cover?

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