New Mill Junior School
URN: 147799 • Holmfirth HD9 1LJ
Overview
- Name
- New Mill Junior School
- URN
- 147799
- 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
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Evelyne Barrow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484955820
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Royds Avenue, Holmfirth HD9 1LJ
Summary
New Mill Junior School, located in Holmfirth, Kirklees, is an academy converter catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 7 to 11. With a current enrolment of 133 students and a capacity of 240, the school emphasizes a nurturing environment where children's well-being is paramount. The school operates under the Learning Accord Multi-Academy Trust, which includes several primary schools in the area, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
The school’s ethos is built on the values of respect, friendship, and kindness, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future academic challenges. The curriculum is broad and creative, focusing on essential skills in reading, writing, and mathematics while celebrating each child's unique abilities. Teachers work diligently to instil positive attitudes towards learning and set clear expectations for behaviour.
Situated in the picturesque Holme Valley, New Mill Junior School benefits from a supportive community and beautiful surroundings. The school encourages parental involvement and invites prospective families to visit and learn more about the educational opportunities available.
The school’s ethos is built on the values of respect, friendship, and kindness, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future academic challenges. The curriculum is broad and creative, focusing on essential skills in reading, writing, and mathematics while celebrating each child's unique abilities. Teachers work diligently to instil positive attitudes towards learning and set clear expectations for behaviour.
Situated in the picturesque Holme Valley, New Mill Junior School benefits from a supportive community and beautiful surroundings. The school encourages parental involvement and invites prospective families to visit and learn more about the educational opportunities available.
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Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEARNING ACCORD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 133
- Boys
- 67
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 23.30
- Open date
- 2020-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 133 | 67 | 66 | 240 | 23.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 151 | 76 | 75 | 240 | 24.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 178 | 79 | 99 | 240 | 23.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 178 | 79 | 99 | 240 | 23.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 192 | 82 | 110 | 240 | 24.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 240 |
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