Moldgreen Community Primary School
92%
Capacity
349
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Moldgreen Community Primary School
Moldgreen Community 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 349 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 380 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moldgreen Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Lonsdale, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Moldgreen Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 34 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moldgreen Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Moldgreen Community 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 | The Avenue, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD5 8AE |
| Headteacher | Stephen Lonsdale |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 349 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 349 / 380 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5412th of 13,686
Nationally
558th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
32nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Avenue, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD5 8AE
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