ES Independent School Kirklees
ES Independent School Kirklees is an independent school in Huddersfield for pupils aged 11 to 19. It has 52 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for ES Independent School Kirklees is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 20 Greenhead Road Huddersfield HD1 4EN |
| Phone | 01484506307 |
| Reference Number | 148175 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.77%
Girls: 44.23% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
ES Independent School has been rated as 'Good' overall in its recent inspection, consistent with its previous evaluation. The school is dedicated to helping its pupils, many of whom have social, emotional, and mental health needs, achieve their academic and personal goals. Pupils feel safe and supported, and they exhibit respectful behavior towards one another. The school's curriculum is broad and ambitious, tailored specifically to the needs of the students, which prepares them effectively for their futures, whether in further education or the workforce.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Jun 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Nov 2020 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to a wide and ambitious curriculum.
- High standards of behavior and attitudes among pupils.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Strong relationships based on trust between staff and pupils.
- Excellent subject knowledge among staff.
- Effective careers advice leading to positive aspirations.
- Improved attendance records for pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Cross-curricular links are not effectively utilized, limiting broader understanding among some pupils.
In 2025–26, 75.0% of pupils at ES Independent School Kirklees were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 25.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is ES Independent School Kirklees's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for ES Independent School Kirklees is Good, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was ES Independent School Kirklees last inspected by Ofsted?
ES Independent School Kirklees was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does ES Independent School Kirklees have?
ES Independent School Kirklees has 52 pupils on roll.
What age range does ES Independent School Kirklees cover?
ES Independent School Kirklees for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is ES Independent School Kirklees?
ES Independent School Kirklees is at 20 Greenhead Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4EN.