Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
URN: 107711 • Huddersfield HD7 5UG
Overview
- Name
- Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
- URN
- 107711
- 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
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caroline Fowler (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484506463
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Holme Lane, Huddersfield HD7 5UG
Summary
Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a one-form entry primary school located in the village of Slaithwaite, Huddersfield. With a current enrolment of 168 pupils, the school operates under a nurturing and inclusive ethos, guided by its core values of Respect, Relationships, Resilience, Responsibility, and Reflection. The school is closely linked with St James's Church, reinforcing its strong Christian foundation.
The curriculum at Slaithwaite C of E School is designed to inspire a love of learning through engaging and diverse experiences. It includes a focus on the Aspire Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and various subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the arts. Additionally, the school offers extracurricular activities, including clubs and a Forest School programme, promoting holistic development.
Support for students is a priority, with provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Pupil Premium initiatives. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to ensure each child receives the best possible educational experience.
The curriculum at Slaithwaite C of E School is designed to inspire a love of learning through engaging and diverse experiences. It includes a focus on the Aspire Curriculum, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and various subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the arts. Additionally, the school offers extracurricular activities, including clubs and a Forest School programme, promoting holistic development.
Support for students is a priority, with provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Pupil Premium initiatives. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to ensure each child receives the best possible educational experience.
Useful links
- Administer Site (other)
- podcasts (other)
- Tweets by slaithwaitecofe (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- mobile app (other)
- school website (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
- 162
- Pupils
- 168
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 89
- FSM %
- 10.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 168 | 79 | 89 | 162 | 10.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 168 | 86 | 82 | 162 | 11.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 167 | 81 | 86 | 162 | 8.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 167 | 81 | 86 | 162 | 8.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 167 | 81 | 86 | 162 | 8.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 170 | 85 | 85 | 162 | 8.20 |
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