Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School
83%
Capacity
390
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Linda Goodall, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10508th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 69th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 51 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Jaggar Lane, Holmfirth, Kirklees, HD9 6BT |
| Headteacher | Linda Goodall |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 470 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10508th of 13,686
Nationally
1120th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
69th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
51%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Jaggar Lane, Holmfirth
Kirklees, HD9 6BT
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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