Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School
100%
Capacity
428
Pupils
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Demand
About Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School
Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 428 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Batty, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4573rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 45 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School 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 | Nab Lane, Mirfield, Kirklees, WF14 9QH |
| Headteacher | Rachel Batty |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 428 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4573rd of 13,686
Nationally
461st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
26th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
124
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 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
Nab Lane, Mirfield
Kirklees, WF14 9QH
Journey to School
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