Birstall Primary Academy
URN: 139356 • Batley WF17 9EE
Overview
- Name
- Birstall Primary Academy
- URN
- 139356
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nadia Sweryt-Hannam (since 2021) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Jayde Weir, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924471372
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chapel Lane, Batley WF17 9EE
Summary
Birstall Primary Academy, located in Batley, Kirklees, is a mixed primary school that operates as an academy converter. With a current enrollment of 185 pupils, the school has a capacity of 210, reflecting a welcoming and community-focused environment. The academy is part of the Focus Academy Trust, which emphasizes a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. This commitment is shared by all staff and volunteers, ensuring a safe learning environment for students.
The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that meets the needs of its diverse student body. Birstall Primary Academy adopts a best-practice approach to teaching and learning, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive. The curriculum is designed to engage students and support their academic and personal development.
With approximately 29.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to addressing the needs of its community. Birstall Primary Academy strives to build strong relationships with families, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. For more information, visit their website at [Birstall Primary Academy](https://www.birstallprimaryacademy.co.uk/).
The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that meets the needs of its diverse student body. Birstall Primary Academy adopts a best-practice approach to teaching and learning, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive. The curriculum is designed to engage students and support their academic and personal development.
With approximately 29.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to addressing the needs of its community. Birstall Primary Academy strives to build strong relationships with families, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. For more information, visit their website at [Birstall Primary Academy](https://www.birstallprimaryacademy.co.uk/).
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. (download)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Charging and Remissions Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Focus Trust 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
- FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 185
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 104
- FSM %
- 29.70
- Open date
- 2013-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 185 | 81 | 104 | 210 | 29.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 87 | 103 | 210 | 32.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 97 | 103 | 210 | 29.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 97 | 103 | 210 | 29.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 196 | 96 | 100 | 210 | 28.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 197 | 91 | 106 | 210 | 24.90 |
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