Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School
83%
Capacity
184
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School
Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & 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 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 222 places).
Ofsted has rated Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Pugh, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 12 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
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 Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & 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 | Wadman Road, Holmfirth, Kirklees, HD9 1SZ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Pugh |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 222 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2022. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
40
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wadman Road, Holmfirth
Kirklees, HD9 1SZ
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