Scholes Village Primary School
91%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Scholes Village Primary School
Scholes Village Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 243 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Scholes Village Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Burman, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5227th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 94 in Kirklees.
Scholes Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Scholes Village Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (72 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scholes Village Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Scholes Village Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Old Popplewell Lane, Cleckheaton, Kirklees, BD19 6DN |
| Headteacher | Karen Burman |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 243 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5227th of 13,686
Nationally
541st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
31st of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
72 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scholes Village Primary School
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Contact Information
Old Popplewell Lane, Cleckheaton
Kirklees, BD19 6DN
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