Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School
83%
Capacity
516
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School
Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 516 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 618 places).
Ofsted has rated Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Howard & Nic Shepherd, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10041st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 56 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Crossley Fields 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Wellhouse Lane, Mirfield, Kirklees, WF14 0BE |
| Headteacher | Louise Howard & Nic Shepherd |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 516 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 516 / 618 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10041st of 13,686
Nationally
1066th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
66th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Wellhouse Lane, Mirfield
Kirklees, WF14 0BE
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