Wellhouse Junior and Infant School
95%
Capacity
80
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Wellhouse Junior and Infant School
Wellhouse Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 80 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 84 places).
Ofsted has rated Wellhouse Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Kenworthy, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13305th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 93rd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Wellhouse Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 12 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wellhouse Junior and Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Wellhouse 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lower Wellhouse, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD7 4ES |
| Headteacher | Claire Kenworthy |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 84 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13305th of 13,686
Nationally
1474th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
93rd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
29%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
51
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lower Wellhouse, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD7 4ES
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