PrimaryData as of May 2026

Birkby Junior School

Mead Street, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD1 6HE

Community school

Pupils

586

Ages

7-11

FSM

39.1%

Capacity

600

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

77.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Birkby Junior School

Birkby Junior School is a primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 586 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Mead Street, Huddersfield, HD1 6HE | More schools in Kirklees

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Birkby Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — Good
Jan 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Birkby Junior School

What is Birkby Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Birkby Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Birkby Junior School's latest exam results?

Birkby Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Birkby Junior School located?

Birkby Junior School is a primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees (HD1 6HE).

How many pupils attend Birkby Junior School?

Birkby Junior School has around 586 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Birkby Junior School with other schools?

View Birkby Junior School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Kirklees.