Netherton Infant and Nursery School
91%
Capacity
201
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Netherton Infant and Nursery School
Netherton Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 222 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Netherton Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Barker, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Netherton Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Netherton Infant and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Netherton 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Netherton Moor Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD4 7JE |
| Headteacher | Emma Barker |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 222 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 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
Netherton Moor Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD4 7JE
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