Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
85%
Capacity
306
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 306 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Dixon, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10465th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 94 in Kirklees.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Staincliffe Hall Road, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 7QX |
| Headteacher | Paul Dixon |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 360 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10465th of 13,686
Nationally
1115th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
68th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
51%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
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Contact Information
Staincliffe Hall Road, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 7QX
Journey to School
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