Clough Head Junior and Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bolster Moor Road Golcar Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD7 4NW |
| Phone | 01484222217 |
| Reference Number | 107643 |
Clough Head Junior and Infant School has made significant progress since its last inspection, now achieving a 'Good' rating across all categories. The nurturing environment fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils feeling valued and safe. High expectations from staff lead to enthusiastic learning experiences, though some areas need further attention to enhance overall performance, particularly in mathematics and early writing skills. The school is inclusive, supporting pupils with special educational needs effectively, contributing positively to their educational experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 75 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.67%
Girls: 45.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| 2 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 3 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| 4 | 10 | 2 | 12 |
| 5 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 6 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96% |
| White, Other | 1.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Feb 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 25 Feb 2020 | School inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 07 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a safe and welcoming environment.
- Staff have high expectations for both work and behavior.
- The curriculum is ambitious, well-sequenced, and tailored to the school's context.
- Pupils are engaged and enjoy learning, developing a love for reading.
- Pupils with special educational needs receive excellent support.
- The school is well-integrated into the local community, with active pupil participation in charitable events.
Areas for Improvement
- Limited opportunities for pupils to develop mathematical reasoning skills.
- Insufficient opportunities for children in early years to develop independent writing skills.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 9% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 107 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.3 | ||
| Writing | -0.1 | ||
| Maths | 3.2 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 17 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 23 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
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