Nields Academy
71%
Capacity
150
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Nields Academy
Nields Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 150 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nields Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Diane Mahon, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Nields Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 11 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nields Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Nields Academy 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 | Nields Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD7 5HT |
| Headteacher | Diane Mahon |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 210 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2024. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
33
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Nields Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD7 5HT
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