Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School
Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Foulke, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6931st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 94 in Kirklees.
Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 58 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, Windmill CofE (VC) 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Upper Batley Lane, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 0NP |
| Headteacher | Darren Foulke |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6931st of 13,686
Nationally
733rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
42nd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upper Batley Lane, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 0NP
Journey to School
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