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New Mill Junior School

New Mill Junior School

Kirklees, HD9 1LJPrimary School·Ages 7-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

55%

Capacity

133

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About New Mill Junior School

New Mill Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 133 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity.

the school is led by headteacher Evelyne Barrow, it falls under Kirklees local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6200th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 94 in Kirklees.

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 New Mill Junior School include Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, New Mill Junior 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressRoyds Avenue, Holmfirth, Kirklees, HD9 1LJ
HeadteacherEvelyne Barrow
Local AuthorityKirklees
Number of Pupils133
Free School Meals (FSM)23.3%
School Capacity133 / 240 (55% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

18 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Improved
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)

6200th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

644th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

34th of 94

In Kirklees

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

64%

Expected Standard

16%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:80%
Higher:28%
Writing
Expected:78%
Higher:20%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:76%
Higher:26%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable

'22/23

64%

'23/24

64%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
LibraryDining HallMusic RoomsGymnasiumPlaying FieldsICT SuiteSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

RoundersGymnasticsNetballTennisAthletics

Clubs & Activities

ChoirGardeningFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Mill Junior School

New Mill Junior School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01484955820www.newmillschools.org.uk/

Royds Avenue, Holmfirth

Kirklees, HD9 1LJ

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Royds Avenue, Holmfirth

Kirklees, HD9 1LJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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