Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
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Demand
About Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Crowlees 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 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Kathy Woods, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12376th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 82nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 59 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Crowlees 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 | Springfield Park, Mirfield, Kirklees, WF14 9PD |
| Headteacher | Kathy Woods |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12376th of 13,686
Nationally
1357th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
82nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
41%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Springfield Park, Mirfield
Kirklees, WF14 9PD
Journey to School
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