Christ Church CE Academy
Huddersfield, HD2 1JP · Kirklees · primary school
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90th of 99 primary schools in Kirklees we can score, 144 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.4/10 against 446 of them, against 2.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ Church CE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Junior Duke Award club, and a breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 194 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the Junior Duke Award club integrate with the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church CE Academy
Overview
Christ Church CE Academy is described as a "happy, safe and inclusive haven" where pupils feel they belong and behave well. While the school meets the expected standard in most areas, including attendance and behaviour, pupil achievement in national tests remains below the national average. Leaders are actively refining the curriculum to address gaps in writing and communication, though this work requires more time to become fully embedded.
Strengths
- Attendance rates are in line with national figures, supported by a "tenacious and detailed approach" that works closely with families.
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, described as "courteous and respectful," within a strong anti-bullying culture.
- The school is highly inclusive, identifying individual needs swiftly and providing effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Staff are committed and caring, fostering a positive culture where pupils are nurtured from their first days at school.
- Early years provision is well-resourced, with staff using "clear, intentional language" to promote vocabulary development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum for writing and communication is consistently embedded so pupils achieve well in these areas.
- Teaching needs to consistently and quickly identify and address misconceptions and gaps in pupils' knowledge to secure learning.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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