Heckmondwike Primary Academy
104%
Capacity
435
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Heckmondwike Primary Academy
Heckmondwike 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 435 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heckmondwike Primary Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Jagvinder Singh, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Heckmondwike Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 41 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heckmondwike Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Heckmondwike 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cawley Lane, Heckmondwike, Kirklees, WF16 0AN |
| Headteacher | Jagvinder Singh |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 435 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 435 / 420 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2023. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cawley Lane, Heckmondwike
Kirklees, WF16 0AN
Cawley Lane, Heckmondwike
Kirklees, WF16 0AN
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