Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
Francis Street, Castleford, WF10 1HFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery is a primary school in Castleford for ages 3 to 7. It is one of the 155 schools in Wakefield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 April 2015, report published 8 May 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 May 2025
Pupils at Castleford Wheldon are proud of their school. Pupils constantly demonstrate the school values of curiosity, resilience, self-discipline, empathy, respect and teamwork. They enjoy learning and behave very well. Pupils play well together and are kind to each other. Staff ensure that pupils have the vocabulary they need to describe their feelings. Every morning starts with a personal greeting. Pupils know how to manage their emotions. They use calming techniques such as deep breathing. They access 'calm corners' when they want quiet time. Staff have high expectations for pupils. Most pupils secure the key learning they need to be ready for their move to junior school. Those with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress. Staff and pupils have positive, respectful relationships. Pupils feel safe in school. They know that adults will help them. They use classroom worry boxes to ask for help. Pupils understand how to stay safe outside of school. For example, they learn how to stay safe on roads and around water. Pupils become leaders through roles in school. They become 'eco warriors', 'activity leaders' and 'friendship buddies'. Pupils become active members of the local community through activities such as litter picking and bulb planting.
What the school should improve
- The school has not enabled some pupils to achieve as highly in their writing as they should. Over time, pupils have not had enough opportunities to develop and embed their writing skills. The school should continue to develop and review its writing curriculum to ensure that it results in improved pupil writing outcomes.
Pupil numbers and mix
169 pupils on roll, with places for 135
Schools near Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford | 0.2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| Castleford Park Junior Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
| Glasshoughton Infant Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Half Acres Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 65% met the expected standard |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Helen Davison-McMullen
- Phone
- 01977553528
- Address
- Francis Street, Castleford, WF10 1HF
- Local authority
- Wakefield
- URN
- 108236
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.