Dalton School
99%
Capacity
486
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Dalton School
Dalton School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 486 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 490 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dalton School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Richardson, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9602nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Dalton School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 59 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dalton School include ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Dalton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mayfield Avenue, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD5 9HN |
| Headteacher | Ian Richardson |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 486 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 486 / 490 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9602nd of 13,686
Nationally
1028th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
62nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dalton School
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Contact Information
Mayfield Avenue, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD5 9HN
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
