Joseph Norton Academy

URN: 143227 • Huddersfield HD8 9JU

Overview

Name
Joseph Norton Academy
URN
143227
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Todd Cheetham (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01484868218
Website
Visit
Address
Busker Lane, Huddersfield HD8 9JU

Summary

Joseph Norton Academy, located in Huddersfield, is a mixed academy special converter with a current enrolment of 61 pupils, out of a capacity of 63. The academy is committed to providing a nurturing environment that prioritises safety, enjoyment, and pupil progress. It operates under the Wellspring Academy Trust and aims to foster confident individuals, successful learners, and responsible citizens through a collaborative approach involving pupils, families, and professionals.

The school values respect, perseverance, cooperation, and responsibility, which are integral to its ethos and daily practices. Joseph Norton Academy focuses on tailoring education to meet the individual needs and interests of its pupils, ensuring that each child develops a love of learning and the skills necessary for future success in education and beyond.

Set in approximately six acres of attractive grounds, the academy benefits from a rural location that encourages outdoor learning. The school maintains strong connections with the local community and provides resources and support services to assist families, ensuring a holistic approach to education and well-being.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
7 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
63
Pupils
61
Boys
61
Girls
0
FSM %
68.90
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-04-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 61 61 0 63 68.90
2024-09-11 60 60 0 63 71.70
2023-09-11 66 66 0 63 81.80
2022-09-11 66 66 0 81.80
2021-09-11 61 61 0 80.30
2020-09-11 62 62 0 72.60

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