Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School

URN: 107715 • Huddersfield HD8 0QT

Overview

Name
Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School
URN
107715
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gaynor Leadbeater (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Northfield Lane, Huddersfield HD8 0QT

Summary

Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, located in Huddersfield, serves a mixed-gender population of 176 pupils, with a capacity of 180. The school is committed to upholding its Christian ethos in accordance with the principles of the Church of England. It aims to provide a high-quality education that fosters wisdom, empathy, and integrity among its students, encouraging them to grow both personally and academically.

The school promotes a vibrant learning environment where values such as kindness, honesty, and collaboration are integral to daily life. Recent initiatives, including a Vision Day, have engaged students and parents in defining core values that reflect the school's commitment to nurturing independent thinkers. The symbol of a rainbow represents the diverse strengths and experiences of each child, reinforcing the idea that every individual has unique contributions to make.

Highburton C.E. First Academy also prioritises community involvement, aiming to serve local families through its educational practices. The school encourages an understanding of faith and its significance, ensuring that all pupils benefit from a holistic educational experience that extends beyond academic achievements.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
4 - 10
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
176
Boys
98
Girls
78
FSM %
4.50
Open date
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2018-03-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 176 98 78 180 4.50
2024-09-11 176 98 78 180 4.50
2023-09-11 183 98 85 180 6.00
2022-09-11 183 98 85 180 6.00
2021-09-11 181 92 89 180 5.50
2020-09-11 181 89 92 180 4.40

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