Wilberlee Junior and Infant School
Slaithwaite, HD7 5UX · Kirklees · primary school
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52nd 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 4,318 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wilberlee Junior and Infant School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Drawing, Guitar, Yoga, Lego, Archery, Bake Off, and Blue Peter clubs. Sports include football, kick boxing, netball, gymnastics, and athletics. The school offers a residential trip to Robinwood and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 79 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 to bridge the gap between the current results and the national median? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection? How is the after-school club structured to support families needing wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Wilberlee Junior and Infant School
Overview
Wilberlee Junior and Infant School is described as an inclusive and caring environment where pupils thrive, with parents characterising it as ‘a school with a heart’. The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, noting respectful relationships between pupils and staff and a curriculum that is carefully sequenced across subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and behaviour is a strength, with classrooms described as ‘calm and purposeful places where pupils can learn’.
- Reading is a high priority; teachers use consistent phonics programmes and assessments to ensure pupils read with fluency and enjoy a wide range of books.
- In mathematics, leaders have considered the needs of all pupils, using regular recaps and resources to help pupils, including those with special educational needs, make links to new learning.
- The early years provide a strong focus on numbers and counting, with adults skilled at challenging children’s thinking to develop subject-specific vocabulary.
- Staff describe working at the school as being ‘like a big family’, appreciating approachable leaders and opportunities to share good practice within the federation.
Areas to improve
- Pupils’ understanding of different religions and fundamental British values is underdeveloped; leaders must review this aspect of the curriculum to strengthen pupils’ knowledge.
- Governors do not know the impact of leaders’ curriculum actions on pupils’ learning and have not monitored the curriculum with enough rigour; leaders must ensure governors are fully informed to challenge decision-making.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with thorough records, regular staff training, and increased capacity to deal with concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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