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Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School

Wadman Road, Scholes, Holmfirth, HD9 1SZ

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2022

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59% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School, Holmfirth

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

72.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

59.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Hepworth Junior and Infant School

1.2 km away · Community school

Good

Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School

1.54 km away · Community school

Good

New Mill Junior School

1.63 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

New Mill Infant School

1.76 km away · Academy sponsor led

Outstanding

Hade Edge Junior, Infant and Nursery School

2.19 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School

Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School is a primary school in Holmfirth, Kirklees. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 184 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Wadman Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1SZ | More schools in Kirklees

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School)
Mar 2022 — Requires improvement
Mar 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School)
Jul 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School

What is Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School's Ofsted rating?

Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School's latest exam results?

Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School located?

Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School is a primary school in Holmfirth, Kirklees (HD9 1SZ).

How many pupils attend Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School?

Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School has around 184 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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