Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
URN: 107709 • Batley WF17 6DW
Overview
- Name
- Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
- URN
- 107709
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Janet Potter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924463035
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Batley WF17 6DW
Summary
Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a mixed primary school located in Batley, Kirklees, accommodating 134 pupils with a capacity of 140. The school operates under Christian values, emphasising love, respect, and community engagement, as highlighted in their motto, "Let all that you do be done in love" (1 Corinthians 16:14). The school aims to create a nurturing environment where each child's individual needs are met, fostering a love of learning and personal development.
The curriculum at Hanging Heaton is designed to support the holistic development of students, incorporating British values such as democracy, the rule of law, and individual liberty. Pupils are encouraged to participate in school governance and express their opinions through various platforms, including student surveys and ambassador roles. The school also promotes a positive and healthy lifestyle, ensuring that children's wellbeing is a priority.
Hanging Heaton values collaboration with parents and the wider community, believing that strong partnerships lead to the best outcomes for children. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits and engagement, reinforcing its commitment to a supportive educational environment.
The curriculum at Hanging Heaton is designed to support the holistic development of students, incorporating British values such as democracy, the rule of law, and individual liberty. Pupils are encouraged to participate in school governance and express their opinions through various platforms, including student surveys and ambassador roles. The school also promotes a positive and healthy lifestyle, ensuring that children's wellbeing is a priority.
Hanging Heaton values collaboration with parents and the wider community, believing that strong partnerships lead to the best outcomes for children. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits and engagement, reinforcing its commitment to a supportive educational environment.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governor News (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Church School (other)
- Headteacher's Welcome (other)
- Our School Day (other)
- Our Vision (other)
- Policies (other)
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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
- 140
- Pupils
- 134
- Boys
- 65
- Girls
- 69
- FSM %
- 14.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 134 | 65 | 69 | 140 | 14.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 133 | 62 | 71 | 140 | 11.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 140 | 67 | 73 | 140 | 17.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 140 | 67 | 73 | 140 | 17.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 132 | 69 | 63 | 140 | 17.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 136 | 73 | 63 | 140 | 19.10 |
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