Pentland Infant and Nursery School
URN: 107690 • Dewsbury WF12 9JR
Overview
- Name
- Pentland Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 107690
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fauzia Farooq (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924451631
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pentland Road, Dewsbury WF12 9JR
Summary
Pentland Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school located in Dewsbury, Kirklees, accommodating 139 pupils with a capacity of 147. The school prides itself on creating a vibrant and nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual. The dedicated staff and governors work collaboratively to ensure that all children receive a stimulating education that fosters high aspirations and personal growth.
The school's curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on the development of knowledge and skills across all subjects. Emphasising the importance of a positive attitude towards learning, Pentland aims to help children achieve their personal best while instilling a love of learning. The school encourages active parental involvement, recognising that a strong partnership with families is essential for each child's success.
Pentland's ethos is built on respect, responsibility, positivity, and creativity, promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity. The school aims to equip children with the skills necessary for their future educational journeys and to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
The school's curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on the development of knowledge and skills across all subjects. Emphasising the importance of a positive attitude towards learning, Pentland aims to help children achieve their personal best while instilling a love of learning. The school encourages active parental involvement, recognising that a strong partnership with families is essential for each child's success.
Pentland's ethos is built on respect, responsibility, positivity, and creativity, promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity. The school aims to equip children with the skills necessary for their future educational journeys and to prepare them for a rapidly changing world.
Useful links
- School Spider (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (64.3)
- St Paulinus Catholic Primary School (61.9)
- Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School (61.8)
- Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (61.6)
- Diamond Wood Community Academy (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 147
- Pupils
- 139
- Boys
- 80
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 16.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 139 | 80 | 59 | 147 | 16.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 147 | 77 | 70 | 148 | 16.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 165 | 80 | 85 | 148 | 13.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 165 | 80 | 85 | 148 | 13.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 175 | 90 | 85 | 148 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 170 | 90 | 80 | 148 | 14.50 |
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