Emley First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-10 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane Emley Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD8 9RT |
| Reference Number | 107651 |
Emley First School has been rated outstanding across all inspection areas, showcasing its commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience for its pupils. The school, which has not undergone routine inspection since 2013 due to its previous high ratings, demonstrates a strong commitment to academic and personal development, fostering an inclusive environment for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Pupils exhibit exemplary behavior and attitudes towards learning, contributing to a positive school culture where interpersonal respect and leadership are encouraged.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 130 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.46%
Girls: 51.54% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 7 | 20 |
| 2 | 10 | 15 | 25 |
| 3 | 8 | 13 | 21 |
| 4 | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| 5 | 14 | 11 | 25 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.1% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% |
| White, Other | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Apr 2024 | School inspection: |
| 15 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 14 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- The curriculum is broad and ambitious, including for pupils with SEND.
- Pupils are very well prepared academically and socially for the next stage of learning.
- The emphasis on developing a love of reading is evident and effective.
- Pupils demonstrate remarkable empathy and leadership skills.
- Staff provide high-quality professional development and support for each other.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 19 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Flockton CofE (C) First School
Flockton First School, Barnsley Road, Flockton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4DH |
1.11 miles |
|
Scissett Middle School
Wakefield Road, Scissett, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9JX |
1.67 miles |
|
Kaye's Academy
Holmfield, Clayton West, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9LZ |
1.68 miles |
|
Scissett Church of England Academy
Wakefield Road, Scissett, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9HR |
1.69 miles |
|
Skelmanthorpe Academy
Elm Street, Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9DZ |
1.74 miles |
|
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Smithy Close, Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9DQ |
2.04 miles |
|
Grange Moor Primary School
Liley Lane, Grange Moor, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4EW |
2.32 miles |
|
West Bretton Junior and Infant School
Bretton Lane, West Bretton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4LB |
2.56 miles |
|
Denby Dale First and Nursery School
Gilthwaites Lane, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8SG |
2.67 miles |
|
Middlestown Primary Academy
Cross Road, Middlestown, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4QE |
2.67 miles |
|
Kirkburton Middle School
Turnshaws Avenue, Kirkburton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 0TJ |
2.84 miles |
|
Kirkburton CofE (VA) First School
School Hill, Kirkburton, West Yorkshire, HD8 0SG |
2.94 miles |
|
Shelley First School
School Terrace, Far Bank, Shelley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8HU |
3.13 miles |
|
Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School
Netherton Lane, Netherton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4HQ |
3.19 miles |
|
Thornhill Junior and Infant School
Edge Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0QT |
3.23 miles |
|
Highburton CofE First Academy
Northfield Lane, Highburton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 0QT |
3.25 miles |
|
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Edge Top Road, Thornhill, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0BH |
3.33 miles |
|
Rowley Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
Rowley Lane, Lepton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 0JD |
3.54 miles |
|
Cumberworth CofE First School
Cumberworth Lane, Upper Cumberworth, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8NU |
3.55 miles |
|
Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy
Bridge Road, Horbury Bridge, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5PS |
3.69 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Edan Court School
Edan Court, Colliers Way, Clayton West, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9TR |
1.26 miles |
|
Joseph Norton Academy
Busker Lane, Scissett, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9JU |
1.83 miles |
|
Denby Grange School
Off Stocksmoor Rd, Midgley, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4JG |
1.97 miles |
|
Shelley College, A Share Academy
Huddersfield Road, Shelley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8NL |
2.18 miles |
|
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Valley Drive, Dewsbury, WF12 0HE |
3.12 miles |
|
Darton Academy
Ballfield Lane, Darton, Barnsley, S75 5EF |
4.05 miles |
|
Ravenshall School
Ravensthorpe Road, Thornhill Lees, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9EE |
4.11 miles |
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Rida Boys High School
2 Chapel Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9NQ |
4.18 miles |
|
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Storrs Hill Road, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DG |
4.31 miles |
|
Hall Cliffe School
Dovecote Lane, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 6BB |
4.42 miles |
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Horbury Academy
Wakefield Road, Horbury, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5HE |
4.63 miles |
|
Madni Academy
40-42 Scarborough Street, Savile Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AY |
4.67 miles |
|
King James's School
St Helen's Gate, Almondbury, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD4 6SG |
4.73 miles |
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Rida Girls High School
39 Warren Street, Savile Town, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9LX |
4.73 miles |
|
Southgate School
Southfield Road, Almondbury, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD5 8TG |
4.82 miles |