Carleton Park has been ranked the 3rd best primary school out of 100 in the Wakefield Local Authority for attainment in reading, writing and maths.
To read an article published in the Wakefield Express please click here.
Carleton Park ranked within the Top 10 primary schools in Wakefield
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23
June
2025
2025
Primary School Cook-Off Challenge
This term, pupils across our primary schools put their culinary skills to the test in a fun, hands-on cooking competition with three competitive rounds. Round 1: Design a £10 menu Round 1 kicked off with a challenge to design a menu that could be made with a budget of £10. Pupils had to consider how their menu could be cost-effective yet flavoursome. Round 2: Ordering Food Next, pupils met with office managers to place their food orders. This gave them valuable insight into budgeting and ordering, helping them to understand planning and cooking meals in the real-world. Round 3: Cook-off… Read more
19
May
2025
2025
Stronger as One: 80+ staff members take part in Pontefract 10K
This weekend, more than 80 of our staff members took part in the Pontefract 10K, all in support of Oliver’s Army, a cause close to the hearts of our school community. Oliver, the son of one of our teachers, is currently facing a second battle with neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer. What started as an idea at Carleton High School quickly gained momentum across the Trust, with further schools and colleagues signing to support the cause. The dedication and passion present on the day was truly inspiring. We are incredibly proud to be part of a team that lifts each… Read more