Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School

URN: 139912 • Batley WF17 0NP

Overview

Name
Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School
URN
139912
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Darren Foulke (since 2025)
Telephone
01924470555
Website
Visit
Address
Upper Batley Lane, Batley WF17 0NP

Summary

Windmill Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Batley, Kirklees, with a current enrolment of 415 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive community, fostering a caring environment for learners. Recognised as a GOOD school by OFSTED in June 2022, it received an OUTSTANDING rating for personal development, behaviour, and welfare.

The school’s ethos is rooted in its Church of England foundation, promoting strong values and a supportive atmosphere for both students and families. Recent feedback from parents highlights the positive experiences their children have at Windmill, noting the dedication of staff and the overall happiness of students.

Windmill Primary offers a range of extracurricular activities and community events, such as the Macmillan Coffee Morning, encouraging parental involvement and fostering connections within the community. The school is committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in their educational journey. For more information, visit their website at http://www.windmillcofeprimary.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
415
Boys
221
Girls
194
FSM %
14.70
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 415 221 194 420 14.70
2024-09-11 421 222 199 420 16.20
2023-09-11 411 211 200 420 15.60
2022-09-11 411 211 200 420 15.60
2021-09-11 414 206 208 420 13.80
2020-09-11 422 217 205 426 13.70

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