Denby Dale First and Nursery School

URN: 107688 • Huddersfield HD8 8SG

Overview

Name
Denby Dale First and Nursery School
URN
107688
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Geoff Billing (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01484866071
Website
Visit
Address
Gilthwaites Lane, Huddersfield HD8 8SG

Summary

Denby Dale First and Nursery School, located in Huddersfield, is a community primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2-10, with a current enrolment of 101 against a capacity of 180. The school prioritises the holistic development of each child, focusing on personal, social, and emotional well-being through a structured curriculum that includes weekly PSHE lessons and themed assemblies. Outdoor learning is integrated into the curriculum, fostering teamwork and resilience.

The school offers nursery care for children aged 2-3 and 3-4, alongside breakfast and after-school clubs, operating 49 weeks a year to support working families. Denby Dale is committed to inclusivity, with a dedicated team experienced in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school collaborates with external professionals to ensure all children's needs are met.

Community involvement is strong, with an active PTA that enhances the school environment. Denby Dale First and Nursery School prides itself on celebrating individual successes within a nurturing and supportive atmosphere, making it a welcoming place for families.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
2 - 10
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
101
Boys
55
Girls
46
FSM %
9.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 101 55 46 180 9.90
2024-09-11 97 50 47 180 10.30
2023-09-11 123 67 56 180 9.80
2022-09-11 123 67 56 180 9.80
2021-09-11 138 70 68 180 9.40
2020-09-11 140 69 71 180 10.70

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