Birstall Primary Academy

About Birstall Primary Academy

Birstall Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated Birstall Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nadia Sweryt-Hannam, it falls under Kirklees local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 94 in Kirklees.

Birstall Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 15 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Birstall Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Birstall 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.

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