Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School
URN: 107661 • Holmfirth HD9 1SZ
Overview
- Name
- Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School
- URN
- 107661
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Hancox (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Wadman Road, Holmfirth HD9 1SZ
Summary
Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior and Infant School is a community primary school located in Holmfirth, Kirklees, with a current enrolment of 187 pupils and a capacity for 222. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop a love for learning. The staff, governors, and trustees work collaboratively to ensure that each child's happiness and well-being are prioritized, promoting both academic and social growth.
The curriculum at Scholes School emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation in Early Years and Key Stage 1, with a focus on developing interpersonal skills and fostering independence. Various leadership opportunities and a wide range of sporting activities are available to students, promoting participation and personal development. The school also engages families through workshops and community events, reinforcing the partnership between home and school.
Safeguarding is a key priority at Scholes School, with a dedicated team to ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils. The school actively promotes a culture of respect, resilience, and responsibility, aiming to support every child in reaching their full potential.
The curriculum at Scholes School emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation in Early Years and Key Stage 1, with a focus on developing interpersonal skills and fostering independence. Various leadership opportunities and a wide range of sporting activities are available to students, promoting participation and personal development. The school also engages families through workshops and community events, reinforcing the partnership between home and school.
Safeguarding is a key priority at Scholes School, with a dedicated team to ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils. The school actively promotes a culture of respect, resilience, and responsibility, aiming to support every child in reaching their full potential.
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Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 222
- Pupils
- 187
- Boys
- 92
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 21.40
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2023-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 187 | 92 | 95 | 222 | 21.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 187 | 92 | 95 | 222 | 21.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 104 | 100 | 222 | 20.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 104 | 100 | 222 | 20.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 103 | 106 | 222 | 19.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 209 | 102 | 107 | 222 | 15.80 |
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