Eastborough Academy
94%
Capacity
220
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Eastborough Academy
Eastborough Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eastborough Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Merrick, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Eastborough Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eastborough Academy include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Eastborough Academy 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 | Rockley Street, Dewsbury, Kirklees, WF13 1NS |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Merrick |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.8% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 234 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2021. 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rockley Street, Dewsbury
Kirklees, WF13 1NS
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