Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School
94%
Capacity
198
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School
Hightown Junior Infant & 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 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Ingleby, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12502nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 23 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 12 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Hightown Junior Infant & 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 | Hightown Road, Liversedge, Kirklees, WF15 8BL |
| Headteacher | Russell Ingleby |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12502nd of 13,686
Nationally
1379th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
84th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
40%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School
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Contact Information
Hightown Road, Liversedge
Kirklees, WF15 8BL
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