Hillside Primary School
83%
Capacity
305
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Hillside Primary School
Hillside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 305 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 367 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hillside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nazmunnisha Ismail, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9896th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Hillside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 35 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Hillside Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 67% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillside Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Hillside Primary 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 | Headfield Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD4 6LU |
| Headteacher | Nazmunnisha Ismail |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 305 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.2% |
| School Capacity | 305 / 367 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9896th of 13,686
Nationally
1057th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
65th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hillside Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Headfield Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD4 6LU
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