South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
About South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School doesn't publish a parent recommendation percentage, but the most reliable signal of local satisfaction is its oversubscription picture. The school has 211 pupils on roll against a capacity of 240, meaning it is not currently full — a fact that may reflect its position in a competitive Kirklees primary market rather than any lack of quality. The school has held a Good Ofsted rating across both its most recent inspections, with the latest ungraded visit in July 2023 confirming it remains Good. That consistency matters to parents who value stability. The school is a Church of England voluntary aided junior school, so it has a religious character that may appeal to families seeking a values-led environment, though admissions criteria will reflect that foundation. With 18% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a moderately diverse intake, and its size is small enough for staff to know every child by name.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Latest monitoring visit (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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