Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy
73%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy
Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Louise Sennett, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 23 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stocks Lane, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 8PA |
| Headteacher | Louise Sennett |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 275 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stocks Lane, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 8PA
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