Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
73%
Capacity
335
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 335 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Lord, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12021st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 48 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (41 responses).
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 Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Headlands Road, Liversedge, Kirklees, WF15 6PR |
| Headteacher | Hannah Lord |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 335 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 335 / 462 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12021st of 13,686
Nationally
1317th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
79th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Headlands Road, Liversedge
Kirklees, WF15 6PR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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