Halfpenny Lane has been ranked the 9th best primary school out of 100 in the Wakefield Local Authority for attainment in reading, writing and maths.
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Halfpenny Lane ranked within the Top 10 primary schools in Wakefield
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15
December
2025
2025
Halfpenny Lane are Proud to be Part of Junior Dukes!
We’re excited to share that Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School is part of Junior Dukes, a programme designed to help pupils grow into confident, independent, and courageous young people. Through Junior Dukes, pupils take part in fun and challenging activities such as baking, event planning, sustainability projects, learning new skills, and helping the community. Each challenge encourages children to be creative, try new things, and develop resilience – all important life skills for beyond the classroom. The impact of Junior Dukes is already clear at Halfpenny Lane. For example, two sisters completed a baking challenge where they chose… Read more
13
November
2025
2025
Pontefract Academies Trust Commemorate Remembrance Day
This week, pupils and staff across Pontefract Academies Trust have honoured the annual Remembrance period through a wide range of events and activities, both within and beyond school. Pontefract Remembrance Day Parade On Sunday, representatives from across our schools took part in a parade at Pontefract’s War Memorial. Spencer and Isla, Head Boy and Head Girl from Northfield Primary School, laid a wreath on behalf of their school. Two pupil ambassadors from The Rookeries Junior, Infant & Nursery School delivered readings during the church service, representing their school with pride and respect. Many other pupils and staff attended, paying tribute… Read more