Shelley First School
URN: 143793 • Huddersfield HD8 8HU
Overview
- Name
- Shelley First School
- URN
- 143793
- 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
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth McLoughlin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484604484
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Terrace, Huddersfield HD8 8HU
Summary
Shelley First School, located in the village of Shelley, Huddersfield, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 170 pupils, serving children from Reception to Year 5. The school prides itself on its ethos of "Together we Succeed," which is reflected in its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. The Early Years Provision has been rated outstanding by OFSTED, ensuring a smooth transition for young learners from nursery to school.
The curriculum at Shelley First is carefully designed to promote academic achievement alongside personal development. With a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and enrichment activities, students have access to various opportunities, including sports and forest school. The school encourages leadership skills through roles such as school council members and house captains, fostering a sense of responsibility among pupils.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Shelley First School, with strong support from families enhancing the educational experience. The school has received multiple awards, including gold Artsmark and Musicmark, underscoring its dedication to high standards in education and pupil well-being.
The curriculum at Shelley First is carefully designed to promote academic achievement alongside personal development. With a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and enrichment activities, students have access to various opportunities, including sports and forest school. The school encourages leadership skills through roles such as school council members and house captains, fostering a sense of responsibility among pupils.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of Shelley First School, with strong support from families enhancing the educational experience. The school has received multiple awards, including gold Artsmark and Musicmark, underscoring its dedication to high standards in education and pupil well-being.
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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
- 204
- Pupils
- 170
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 82
- FSM %
- 2.90
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 170 | 88 | 82 | 204 | 2.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 182 | 93 | 89 | 204 | 3.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 193 | 98 | 95 | 180 | 1.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 193 | 98 | 95 | 180 | 1.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 197 | 97 | 100 | 180 | 1.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 204 | 100 | 104 | 180 | 1.50 |
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