Hill View Academy
92%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hill View Academy
Hill View Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hill View Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kieran Pritchard, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9205th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Hill View Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 25 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Hill View Academy include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Hill View 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 | Fernside Avenue, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD5 8YE |
| Headteacher | Kieran Pritchard |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.0% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 236 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9205th of 13,686
Nationally
985th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
60th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
56%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fernside Avenue, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD5 8YE
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