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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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