Birdsedge First School
URN: 143790 • Huddersfield HD8 8XR
Overview
- Name
- Birdsedge First School
- URN
- 143790
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE MAST ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484605441
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Birdsedge First School, Penistone Road, Huddersfield HD8 8XR
Summary
Birdsedge First School is a small, rural primary academy located in the village of Birdsedge, on the outskirts of Huddersfield. With a current enrolment of 55 pupils and a capacity of 90, the school prides itself on its close-knit community atmosphere, where every child is known and supported individually. The school is part of the Mast Academy Trust and maintains strong connections with local churches and community groups.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at fostering curiosity, resilience, and a love for learning. Emphasising excellence in education, Birdsedge First School focuses on high-quality teaching and the development of essential skills and values. The school also provides tailored support through its in-house Resource Provision, catering to children with additional needs, including those with complex communication and interaction requirements.
Set in picturesque surroundings, Birdsedge First School features spacious classrooms, a dedicated outdoor learning area, and access to a large games field and woodland, which supports its Forest School provision. This environment contributes to a safe and inclusive culture, ensuring that all children feel happy and secure as they learn and grow.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at fostering curiosity, resilience, and a love for learning. Emphasising excellence in education, Birdsedge First School focuses on high-quality teaching and the development of essential skills and values. The school also provides tailored support through its in-house Resource Provision, catering to children with additional needs, including those with complex communication and interaction requirements.
Set in picturesque surroundings, Birdsedge First School features spacious classrooms, a dedicated outdoor learning area, and access to a large games field and woodland, which supports its Forest School provision. This environment contributes to a safe and inclusive culture, ensuring that all children feel happy and secure as they learn and grow.
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Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 4 - 10
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE MAST ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 55
- Boys
- 31
- Girls
- 24
- FSM %
- 25.50
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 55 | 31 | 24 | 90 | 25.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 45 | 24 | 21 | 90 | 6.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 44 | 22 | 22 | 90 | 13.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 44 | 22 | 22 | 90 | 13.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 27 | 27 | 90 | 7.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 62 | 31 | 31 | 90 | 6.50 |
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