Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Mirfield, WF14 9PD · Kirklees · primary school
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4th 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 the 3,383 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6/10 among them, against 6.9/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 new inspection framework’s separate grading affect the current curriculum focus? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Overview
The inspection describes Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School as a place where pupils "thoroughly enjoy coming to school" within a positive culture characterised by a real "family feel". Leaders have established high standards in attendance, behaviour, inclusion, and personal development, while academic achievement is generally in line with national averages, with particular strength in reading.
Strengths
- Attendance is "high and significantly above national averages" due to meticulous data analysis and "excellent relationships with families".
- Behaviour is "excellent", with pupils being "polite and respectful" and bullying being rare and effectively managed.
- The school is "highly inclusive", with effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including the use of "regulation stations" and a sensory room.
- Personal development is comprehensive, helping pupils understand diversity, British values, and how to stay safe, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
- Early years provision is strong, with children developing a "love of learning" and exceeding early learning goals.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must consistently use effective strategies to check pupils' understanding to ensure knowledge is "embedded before moving on to new learning".
- Leaders should ensure disadvantaged pupils "close the attainment gap on their peers" and achieve even better outcomes.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns being actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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