Skelmanthorpe Academy

URN: 143230 • Huddersfield HD8 9DZ

Overview

Name
Skelmanthorpe Academy
URN
143230
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Senior (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01484863306
Website
Visit
Address
Elm Street, Huddersfield HD8 9DZ

Summary

Skelmanthorpe Academy is a mixed primary school located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 126 pupils and a capacity of 180. As an academy converter, the school operates under the Learning Accord Academy Trust, providing a nurturing environment that aims to inspire students. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision, "Small Enough to Care, Big Enough to Inspire," reflecting its commitment to individual student support and community engagement.

The curriculum at Skelmanthorpe Academy encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Maths, English, Science, and the Arts, alongside personal, social, and health education (PSHE). The school also offers extracurricular activities and clubs to enhance students' learning experiences. With a focus on fostering British values and promoting mental health and wellbeing, Skelmanthorpe Academy strives to create a holistic educational environment.

Parents can access various resources and support services, including information on pupil premium, SEND provisions, and safeguarding measures. The school encourages community involvement and communication through its website, which provides updates on events, term dates, and contact information for staff.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
3 - 10
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
180
Pupils
126
Boys
64
Girls
62
FSM %
14.70
Open date
2017-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 126 64 62 180 14.70
2024-09-11 142 78 64 180 14.80
2023-09-11 165 96 69 180 20.80
2022-09-11 165 96 69 180 20.80
2021-09-11 171 95 76 180 21.90
2020-09-11 167 95 72 180 17.60

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