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Council: Kirklees

Scissett Middle School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 9JX

Year 6 - Year 8 (ages 10-13)

“We believe that development best takes place in a calm and orderly atmosphere where young people are encouraged to behave in an appropriate manner and where self-discipline is important and valued.”

Middle deemed secondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Shaw Cross Infant and Nursery School

Dewsbury, Kirklees - WF12 7HP

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 3-7)

“At Shaw Cross School we are committed to working with our children, families and external agencies to create a school community that we can all be proud of.”

PrimaryEstablished

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Ofsted: Requires improvement

Quality of education: Requires improvement

Shelley College, A Share Academy

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 8NL

Year 9 - Year 13 (ages 13-18)

“At Shelley College Sixth Form we are committed to doing the very best by every student who walks through the door, supporting them to achieve their personal best and valuing them as an individual.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

Shelley First School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 8HU

Reception - Year 5 (ages 4-10)

“We say at Shelley that ‘Together we Succeed’ and this ethos permeates every aspect of school life, beginning right at the start in our OFSTED outstanding Early Years Provision which provides a seamless and well-crafted transition from nursery to school for our youngest learners.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Shepley First School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 8DD

Reception - Year 5 (ages 4-10)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Skelmanthorpe Academy

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 9DZ

Nursery - Year 5 (ages 3-10)

“• “This is a happy school where everyone is made to feel welcome.” • “Pupils respond well to the school’s high expectations for their learning and behaviour.” • “Children in the early years are well prepared for future learning.” • “The school’s work to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain is…”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD7 5UG

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD4 7HF

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Southgate School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD5 8TG

Reception - Year 11 (ages 4-16)

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Good

Spen Valley High School

Liversedge, Kirklees - WF15 7LX

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“By choosing Spen Valley High School, we are a school that leads with heart. A school where relationships come first, where staff go the extra mile, and where students are empowered not just to succeed in exams, but to grow into confident, caring and resilient individuals.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Spring Grove Junior Infant and Nursery School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD1 4BJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Spring Grove school is a caring multi-cultural school where everyone is encouraged to recognise and achieve his/her potential whatever his/her religion, culture, race, gender and ability, as supported by the children’s charter. Children are at the centre of everything we do.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD8 9DQ

Reception - Year 5 (ages 4-10)

“Our Christian values and ethos are central to everything we do in school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy

Dewsbury, Kirklees - WF13 4LL

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our students will study a curriculum that meets the demands of the National Curriculum to broaden and deepen their knowledge and build cultural capital. The St.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD7 4QQ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Johns CE Primary School

Dewsbury, Kirklees - WF13 2LP

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our school Christian Values are of huge importance to us all at St John's C E (C) Primary School. They form a vital part of our school ethos and help us to be responsible and respectful individuals and as a school family succeed and achieve.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Dewsbury, Kirklees - WF13 4HY

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“If you wish to apply for a school place at any time other than Reception Class, then you must apply using the In Year Transfer form below (this also applies for Junior applications).”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD5 9HU

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our school works in active partnership with parents, who are the prime educators of their children, and in partnership with the parish aim to provide an education that will offer opportunities for growth in the Catholic faith.”

PrimarySince 2021No rating on record

St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy

Batley, Kirklees - WF17 8PH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Everything we do at this school is based on the beliefs, values, attitudes and practices of our Catholic faith and on the assurance of God’s loving care for each person. We aim to promote individual development and to strive for excellence in the quality of:”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

Huddersfield, Kirklees - HD2 2BJ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At the heart of our school is the belief that Christ lives in our hearts and minds—just as St Patrick taught us. Inspired by the faith and courage of St Patrick, we aim to create a loving, inclusive community where every person is valued, nurtured and empowered to reach their full potential.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

Batley, Kirklees - WF17 9LQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good