Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School
97%
Capacity
169
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School
Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 169 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Howarth, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 25 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Littletown Junior Infant and Nursery School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Littletown 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bradford Road, Liversedge, Kirklees, WF15 6LP |
| Headteacher | Caroline Howarth |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 175 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1675th of 13,686
Nationally
159th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
11th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
79%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
84
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 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.
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Contact Information
Bradford Road, Liversedge
Kirklees, WF15 6LP
Journey to School
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