Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School
107%
Capacity
366
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School
Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 366 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 343 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Pearson, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 37 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Paddock Junior 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heaton Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD1 4JJ |
| Headteacher | Katie Pearson |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.1% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 343 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7325th of 13,686
Nationally
773rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
46th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
61%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heaton Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD1 4JJ
Journey to School
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