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St Giles C of E Academy Catchment Area

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

St Giles C of E Academy is a academy converter primary school in Pontefract, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 349 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

349

Pupils

315

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

St Giles C of E Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Giles C of E Academy 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 349 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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St Giles C of E Academy — School Information

Full address
St Giles C of E Academy, Skinner Lane, Pontefract, WF8 1HG
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
20.8% of pupils
DfE URN
140453

Other Primary Schools in Pontefract

If St Giles C of E Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Pontefract are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Giles C of E Academy

Is St Giles C of E Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Giles C of E Academy currently has 349 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Giles C of E Academy?

St Giles C of E Academy 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 St Giles C of E Academy cover?

St Giles C of E Academy 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 St Giles C of E Academy?

St Giles C of E Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.