Helme Church of England Academy

URN: 145556 • Holmfirth HD9 5RW

Overview

Name
Helme Church of England Academy
URN
145556
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gillian Spooner (since 2025)
Telephone
01484854524
Website
Visit
Address
Helme, Holmfirth HD9 5RW

Summary

Helme Church of England Academy is a mixed primary school located in Holmfirth, Kirklees, with a current enrolment of 132 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where personal development is valued alongside academic achievement. Guided by the vision "Dream, Believe, Achieve," the academy aims to help every child grow into a confident and capable learner, supported by core values of humility, endurance, friendship, peace, compassion, and thankfulness.

The curriculum at Helme Academy is designed to engage students through high-quality teaching and creative learning experiences. A unique feature of the school is its weekly Forest School sessions, which encourage outdoor exploration and connection with nature, promoting resilience and teamwork among students. This hands-on approach helps children develop a lifelong love of learning while building essential life skills.

The school actively collaborates with families to ensure that each child feels valued and supported. Helme Academy is committed to preparing students not only for their next educational steps but also for making a positive impact in their communities. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to learn more about its offerings and ethos.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
140
Pupils
132
Boys
69
Girls
63
FSM %
18.90
Open date
2018-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 132 69 63 140 18.90
2024-09-11 128 67 61 140 22.70
2023-09-11 120 53 67 140 28.30
2022-09-11 120 53 67 140 28.30
2021-09-11 107 47 60 140 25.20
2020-09-11 106 50 56 140 19.80

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