Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

URN: 107742 • Huddersfield HD8 8UN

Overview

Name
Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
URN
107742
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.6 / 100
Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School building in Huddersfield

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lynsey Wagstaff (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01484866511
Website
Visit Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School website
Address
Goose Green, Huddersfield HD8 8UN
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Summary

Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, located in the village of Denby near Huddersfield, is a small, mixed primary school with a current enrolment of 53 pupils, against a capacity of 72. The school is part of the Green Hills First Federation, which includes two other local schools, fostering a collaborative approach to education. Denby First School is committed to building futures shaped by faith, knowledge, and love, reflecting its strong Christian ethos.

The curriculum at Denby is diverse, encompassing subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside a focus on physical activity and personal development. The school prides itself on nurturing positive relationships with pupils and their families, ensuring that each child receives tailored support to reach their full potential.

Strong community ties are evident, particularly with St John The Evangelist Church, which plays a significant role in the school's activities. Denby First School aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment, where children can thrive academically and socially. The school received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection in 2021.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
4 - 10
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
72
Pupils
53
Boys
28
Girls
25
FSM %
5.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 53 28 25 72 5.70
2024-09-11 58 27 31 72 1.70
2023-09-11 63 32 31 72 3.20
2022-09-11 63 32 31 72 3.20
2021-09-11 70 34 36 72 2.90
2020-09-11 73 37 36 72 1.40

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