Howard Park Community School
100%
Capacity
235
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Howard Park Community School
Howard Park Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Howard Park Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Pickles, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7876th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Howard Park Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 145 applications for 28 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Howard Park Community School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.6/5 from 43 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Howard Park Community School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Howard Park Community 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 | St. Peg Lane, Cleckheaton, Kirklees, BD19 3SA |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Pickles |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 236 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7876th of 13,686
Nationally
832nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
50th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
145
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
59 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 Howard Park Community School
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Contact Information
St. Peg Lane, Cleckheaton
Kirklees, BD19 3SA
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