Lydgate Junior and Infant School
Batley, WF17 6EY · Kirklees · primary school
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12th 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 — 7.3/10 against 2,721 of them, against 6.4/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 62% | 3.70 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 38% | 2.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lydgate 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%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, archery, athletics, skipping, self-defence, and tri-golf clubs. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 297 pupils against a stated capacity of 322. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How are places allocated for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Lydgate Junior and Infant School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, where they are described as polite, respectful, and friendly. The environment is calm and orderly, with a strong emphasis on equality, fairness, and personal well-being. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in a curriculum that supports deep knowledge acquisition in core subjects and exceptional personal development for all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a "remarkable sense of equality and fairness" and have "great trust in staff".
- The curriculum in mathematics and English is carefully designed to "secure a deep body of knowledge".
- Reading and phonics are delivered "extremely well", with skilful support ensuring pupils become "confident, fluent readers".
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported skilfully and access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Personal development is outstanding, with pupils showing a "remarkable understanding of mental health" and being "exceptionally well prepared for life in modern Britain".
Areas to improve
- In some wider subjects, pupils’ prior knowledge is not checked consistently well, meaning "gaps in key knowledge are not clearly identified" and understanding is not as deep as it could be.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective".
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 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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