Lindley Junior School
Huddersfield, HD3 3LY · Kirklees · primary school
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33rd 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 4,250 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among them, against 5.1/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lindley Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2 out of 10 among them, against 5.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 495 pupils against a stated capacity of 478. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse needs of the student body?
What Ofsted said about Lindley Junior School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending Lindley Junior School, where they form strong relationships and display "impeccable" manners and behaviour. Leaders maintain high ambitions for achievement, providing exceptional support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) who "thrive" due to tailored curriculum adaptations.
Strengths
- Behaviour and attitudes are rated Outstanding, with pupils respecting differences and feeling safe.
- SEND pupils receive "exceptional support" and access the same content as peers through regular staff training.
- Mathematics teaching is effective, using a philosophy of "going slow to move faster" to ensure secure understanding.
- Reading initiatives, including book fairs and reading buddies, help pupils make "rapid progress" and read for pleasure.
- Staff feel leaders are "mindful of their well-being" and work to reduce workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must plan the "precise knowledge" pupils should acquire in foundation subjects and PSHE, as current lack of clarity hinders teachers from checking retention.
- Teachers need to regularly check for and address gaps in pupils’ learning in these subjects to ensure knowledge is remembered.
- The PSHE curriculum should be informed by pupil data to better equip them with skills for adulthood and healthier choices.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff demonstrating a good understanding of local issues and quickly following up on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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