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Kirkheaton Primary School
New Road, Kirkheaton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD5 0HR, Kirklees
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
16.3 / 100
Bottom 16%
Better than 16% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
351
Capacity
440
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
80%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance in key areas, achieving a KS2 expected level in reading, writing, and maths that places it in the top 86% of schools nationally. However, the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is notably low at just 2%. While the LocaleIQ score indicates some challenges compared to other schools, the overall environment appears supportive for young learners aged 3-11.
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Last inspected: 21 November 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 47% | Bottom 14% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 2% | Bottom 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.3%
Mixed Other2.6%
Other2.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Asian Pakistani1.4%
Mixed W+B African1.1%
White Other1.1%
Asian Indian0.9%
Asian Other0.3%
Location
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53.66258, -1.73065 · HD5 0HR
School details
Local authorityKirklees
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN148293
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.kirkheatonprimary.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Kirkheaton Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Kirkheaton Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 November 2023.
Is Kirkheaton Primary School a good school?
Kirkheaton Primary School scores 16.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 16% 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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