The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 69% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (101% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
69%
+7.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 25 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 32 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 423
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 10.4%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- Head
- Mrs Claire Lyles (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
February 2019 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2015 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
June 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
March 2013 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
May 2012 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
March 2011 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
July 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
May 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
School Street, Norristhorpe, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 7AW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSpen Valley High School
Secondary · 1.0km away
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Primary · 1.3km away
Brian Jackson College
Independent · 1.3km away
The Oaks
Independent · 1.5km away
Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School
Primary · 1.5km away
Heckmondwike Primary Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
What is Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School's Ofsted rating?
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School?
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School currently has 423 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School take?
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School?
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School is in Liversedge, WF15 7AW, in the Kirklees local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School have a sixth form?
No, Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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