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Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy

Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy

Kirklees, BD19 3AEPrimary School·Ages 3-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

78%

Capacity

361

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy

Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Quinn, it falls under Kirklees local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12968th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 90th out of 94 in Kirklees.

Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 39 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSouth Parade, Cleckheaton, Kirklees, BD19 3AE
HeadteacherSarah Quinn
Local AuthorityKirklees
Number of Pupils361
Free School Meals (FSM)25.9%
School Capacity361 / 461 (78% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

21 May 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires improvement
Personal Development
Requires improvement
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)

12968th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 95%

1436th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 95%

90th of 94

In Kirklees

Top 96%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

35%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 101
Expected:49%
Higher:18%
Writing
Expected:67%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 100
Expected:51%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -21%

'22/23

56%

'23/24

35%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
GymnasiumICT SuiteDining HallMusic RoomsSensory RoomSports HallPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

SwimmingGymnasticsTennisCross Country

Clubs & Activities

DramaGardeningChoirChessArt ClubBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

39

Applications

72

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

32 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy

Heaton Avenue, A Share Primary Academy has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01274028613www.heatonavenue.co.uk/

South Parade, Cleckheaton

Kirklees, BD19 3AE

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South Parade, Cleckheaton

Kirklees, BD19 3AE

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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