Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
96%
Capacity
134
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Hanging Heaton 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 134 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Caspell, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 849th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 15 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 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 Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Hanging Heaton 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 | High Street, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 6DW |
| Headteacher | Sally Caspell |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 140 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
849th of 13,686
Nationally
79th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
7th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
84%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
60
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
High Street, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 6DW
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
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