Warwick Road Primary School
110%
Capacity
374
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Warwick Road Primary School
Warwick Road 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 374 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Warwick Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shamsa Qureshi, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4185th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 94 in Kirklees.
Warwick Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 48 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Warwick Road Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Warwick Road 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 | Warwick Road, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 6BS |
| Headteacher | Shamsa Qureshi |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 340 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4185th of 13,686
Nationally
418th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
24th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Warwick Road, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 6BS
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