Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Pontefract

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Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Pontefract, WF8 3JY

104 Pupils

105 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

8.70% FSM %

44 Boys

60 Girls

About Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Pontefract, North Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 104 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Hannah Cuddy.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	North Yorkshire
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber
Administrative District	North Yorkshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Selby
Ward	Osgoldcross
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10072019
URN	121573
Data Last Updated	20-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Harvie Palmer	Chair of Governors	19/01/2022	18/01/2030	Appointed by LA
Mr Christian Brooks	Governor	02/02/2024	02/02/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Carol Cessford	Governor	26/12/2020	25/12/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Kay Crossley	Governor	14/10/2022	02/03/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Hannah Cuddy	Governor	01/09/2019	28/09/2026	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Miss Katie Hallwood	Governor	03/03/2026	03/03/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Sally Hammond	Governor	30/09/2025	30/09/2029	Elected by parents
Miss Jordanna Proctor (Vice)	Governor	30/09/2025	30/09/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rebecca Rawson	Governor	22/03/2018	26/09/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Sadie Sheen	Governor	25/03/2021	03/03/2029	Elected by school staff
Mrs Tricia Storey	Governor	03/03/2025	15/11/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Carol Ann Turner	Governor	18/03/2026	18/03/2030	Appointed by GB/board

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Pontefract, North Yorkshire.

How many pupils does Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 104 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs Hannah Cuddy.

Where is Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Main Street, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract, WF8 3JY, in the North Yorkshire local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

Does Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Kirk Smeaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Hannah Cuddy

Main Street, Kirk Smeaton, Pontefract, WF8 3JY

01977620497

www.kirksmeaton.n-yorks.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 121573

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026