Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School
56%
Capacity
63
Pupils
9.0x
Demand
About Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School
Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 63 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Damien Bond, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10766th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 2 places, making it 9.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Waterside Lane, Holmfirth, Kirklees, HD9 2PF |
| Headteacher | Damien Bond |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 63 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 63 / 112 (56% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10766th of 13,686
Nationally
1153rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
70th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
18
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (11% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waterside Lane, Holmfirth
Kirklees, HD9 2PF
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