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Upperthong Junior and Infant School
Burnlee Road, Upperthong Junior & Infant School, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2LE, Kirklees
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
57.5 / 100
Top 42%
Better than 58% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
202
Capacity
218
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
93%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts 71% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 33% nationally. While only 6% achieve the higher standard, the overall progress indicates a supportive learning environment. Limited published data may restrict a full evaluation, but the school appears to be a solid choice for parents seeking quality education in Kirklees.
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Last inspected: 6 December 2012Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 71% | Top 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Asian Other1.0%
White Other1.0%
Black African1.0%
Black Other0.5%
Other0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Location
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53.56781, -1.80221 · HD9 2LE
School details
Local authorityKirklees
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN107680
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.upperthongschool.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Upperthong Junior and Infant School rated by Ofsted?
Upperthong Junior and Infant School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2012.
Is Upperthong Junior and Infant School a good school?
Upperthong Junior and Infant School scores 57.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 42% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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