Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Helen Sutcliffe, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2949th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 29 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Brockholes Lane, Holmfirth, Kirklees, HD9 7EB |
| Headteacher | Helen Sutcliffe |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2949th of 13,686
Nationally
284th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
16th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
74%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Brockholes Lane, Holmfirth
Kirklees, HD9 7EB
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