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
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.
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.
Useful links
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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