Birkby Infant and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
491
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Birkby Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 491 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 510 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Paula Manser, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Birkby Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 220 applications for 119 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 135 were first-preference applications.
Birkby Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birkby Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Birkby Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blacker Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD1 5HQ |
| Headteacher | Paula Manser |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 491 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 491 / 510 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
13 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed119
220
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
135 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blacker Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD1 5HQ
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