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Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy Catchment Area

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

Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy is an academy converter primary school in Castleford, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 2-11, and a capacity of 530 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2-11

Age range

530

Capacity

Good

Ofsted 2020

Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy?

The catchment area for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy is the geographic zone Wakefield uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Wakefield publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

As an academy, Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy 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.

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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Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy: School Information

Full address
Ashton Road, Castleford, WF10 5AX
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2-11 years
DfE URN
151374

Other Primary Schools in Castleford

If Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Castleford are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest primary schools by distance

These are the primary schools closest to Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy

What is the catchment area for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy?

The catchment area for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy is the geographic zone Wakefield uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Wakefield publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy oversubscribed?

Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy has a capacity of 530 places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Wakefield.

What is the admissions policy for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy?

Admission to Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy 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 Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy cover?

Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy is a primary school in Castleford, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 2-11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy?

Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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