Earlsheaton Infant School
81%
Capacity
97
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Earlsheaton Infant School
Earlsheaton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated Earlsheaton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Senior, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Earlsheaton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 18 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
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 Earlsheaton Infant School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Earlsheaton 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Commercial Street, Dewsbury, Kirklees, WF12 8JF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Senior |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 120 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Commercial Street, Dewsbury
Kirklees, WF12 8JF
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