Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School
90%
Capacity
76
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School
Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 76 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 84 places).
Ofsted has rated Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Shackleton, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8576th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 12 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (20 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School include Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD7 4NU |
| Headteacher | Natalie Shackleton |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 76 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 76 / 84 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8576th of 13,686
Nationally
911th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
57th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
41
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
School Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD7 4NU
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