Mill Lane Primary School
80%
Capacity
159
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Mill Lane Primary School
Mill Lane 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 159 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 198 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mill Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Barlow, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Mill Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Mill Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 8 parents).
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 Mill Lane Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Mill Lane 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 | Mill Lane, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 6EG |
| Headteacher | Christine Barlow |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 198 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3655th of 13,686
Nationally
358th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
72%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 6EG
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