Newsome Junior School

URN: 107630 • Huddersfield HD4 6JN

Overview

Name
Newsome Junior School
URN
107630
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Fraser (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Newsome Junior School, Castle Avenue, Huddersfield HD4 6JN

Summary

Newsome Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Huddersfield, Kirklees, with a current enrolment of 212 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school is built around key values such as respect, responsibility, perseverance, and kindness, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all students.

The curriculum at Newsome Junior School is designed to be exciting, creative, and meaningful, equipping learners for future educational stages and life beyond school. The dedicated staff aim to inspire children to become confident and enthusiastic learners. The school also places a strong emphasis on building partnerships with parents and the local community to enhance the educational experience.

As part of the Impact Multi-Academy Trust, Newsome Junior School collaborates with other academies to ensure a positive impact on students and the wider community. The school actively engages in various initiatives, including inviting local police officers to discuss their roles, which helps develop positive relationships and community awareness among students.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
212
Boys
105
Girls
107
FSM %
31.60
Open date
Close date
2024-06-30
Last Ofsted
2023-10-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 105 107 240 31.60
2024-09-11 212 105 107 240 31.60
2023-09-11 193 101 92 240 30.10
2022-09-11 193 101 92 240 30.10
2021-09-11 216 116 100 240 29.20
2020-09-11 221 113 108 240 23.10

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