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What is Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane's Ofsted rating?

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane located?

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is located in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, WF7 7JH.

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Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

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In terms of academic performance, Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane has 83% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 147 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 4.1%, 7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.0%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected83%Attendance96.0%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 147 pupils
SEN support: 10% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 83% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 52/100

Average surroundings

Air quality47/100

Transport access33/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

At Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

85% met the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths.

Attendance at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane has an overall absence rate of 4.0%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

The teacher turnover rate at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is 4.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane has 147 pupils on roll.

7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

10% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane Ofsted Rating: Good

Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Outwood Primary Academy Bell Lane's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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