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Walton Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Walton Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 350 pupils, and a capacity of 367 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

350

Pupils

367

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Walton Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Walton Primary 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.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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Walton Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
The Grove, Walton, Wakefield, WF2 6LD
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
8.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141282

Other Primary Schools in Wakefield

If Walton Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Walton Primary Academy

Is Walton Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Walton Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 367 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Walton Primary Academy?

Admission to Walton Primary 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 Walton Primary Academy cover?

Walton Primary Academy is a primary school in 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 Walton Primary Academy?

Walton Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.