Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Vayro, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11219th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 9 parents).
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 Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage 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 | Crow Lane, Crow Lane, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD3 4QT |
| Headteacher | Martin Vayro |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.1% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11219th of 13,686
Nationally
1213th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
72nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
21%
'23/24
48%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crow Lane, Crow Lane, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD3 4QT
Crow Lane, Crow Lane, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD3 4QT
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