Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School
102%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School
Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 191 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty McGrath, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 44 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Netherhall St James CofE (VC) 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Rawthorpe Lane, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD5 9NT |
| Headteacher | Kirsty McGrath |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.8% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 191 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rawthorpe Lane, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD5 9NT
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