Birkby Infant and Nursery School
URN: 107601 • Huddersfield HD1 5HQ
Overview
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Diana Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484223969
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blacker Road, Huddersfield HD1 5HQ
Summary
Birkby Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school located in Huddersfield, serving a diverse population of 491 pupils. The school is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially. With a strong emphasis on British values such as tolerance and respect, Birkby promotes a culture of kindness and inclusivity among its students.
The school prides itself on delivering a high-quality education, as highlighted in its latest Ofsted report from April 2025, which noted exceptional pupil behaviour and strong teaching practices. Birkby focuses on developing pupils' independence and resilience while ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met. The staff are dedicated to continuous improvement, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for their transition to Key Stage 2.
Birkby Infant and Nursery School actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering strong partnerships to support children's learning and development. The governing body plays a vital role in maintaining school standards and ensuring accountability, contributing to a collaborative approach to education.
The school prides itself on delivering a high-quality education, as highlighted in its latest Ofsted report from April 2025, which noted exceptional pupil behaviour and strong teaching practices. Birkby focuses on developing pupils' independence and resilience while ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met. The staff are dedicated to continuous improvement, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for their transition to Key Stage 2.
Birkby Infant and Nursery School actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering strong partnerships to support children's learning and development. The governing body plays a vital role in maintaining school standards and ensuring accountability, contributing to a collaborative approach to education.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors Secure Page (governance)
- About Governors (governance)
- Governor Minutes (governance)
- SEN & Disability School Offer (sen)
- Accessibility Plans (sen)
- Kirklees SEND Newsletter (sen)
- SEN/D (sen)
- The Branch (calendar)
- Admissions Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 491
- Boys
- 257
- Girls
- 234
- FSM %
- 33.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-11-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 491 | 257 | 234 | 360 | 33.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 496 | 259 | 237 | 450 | 31.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 488 | 257 | 231 | 450 | 27.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 488 | 257 | 231 | 450 | 27.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 494 | 259 | 235 | 450 | 27.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 530 | 269 | 261 | 450 | 22.40 |
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