South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
88%
Capacity
211
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Brewster, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6272nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 94 in Kirklees.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Moor Lane, Moor Lane, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD4 7HF |
| Headteacher | Clare Brewster |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 240 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6272nd of 13,686
Nationally
651st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
35th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
64%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
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Contact Information
Moor Lane, Moor Lane, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD4 7HF
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