Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
104%
Capacity
168
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 162 places).
Ofsted has rated Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Fowler, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 654th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 23 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Holme Lane, Slaithwaite Ce Holme Lane, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD7 5UG |
| Headteacher | Caroline Fowler |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 162 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
654th of 13,686
Nationally
53rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
86%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
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Contact Information
Holme Lane, Slaithwaite Ce Holme Lane, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD7 5UG
Holme Lane, Slaithwaite Ce Holme Lane, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD7 5UG
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