Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
107%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 385 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Luisa Lang, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11689th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 76th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 53 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Healey 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Healey Lane, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 8BN |
| Headteacher | Luisa Lang |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 385 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11689th of 13,686
Nationally
1268th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
76th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
45%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Healey Lane, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 8BN
Journey to School
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