Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School
Holmfirth Road, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 4DAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School is a primary school in Holmfirth for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 199 schools in Kirklees. It ranks 10th of 12 primary schools in Holmfirth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 15 March 2012, report published 6 April 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 21 June 2022
Meltham is a school that strives equally to develop pupils academically and personally. All pupils study a curriculum that is rich and rewarding. There is a strong commitment to the arts. Pupils enjoy the opportunities to perform in school productions and develop their artistic skills through lessons in a dedicated, well equipped arts studio. Pupils are confident in sharing their views while being respectful of others who may have different views, or experiences, to them. They enjoy learning about different cultures, and taking part in a range of extra-curricular clubs and groups. Pupils know what bullying is and why it is wrong. Bullying is rare but, when it does occur, pupils say they know who to report it to, and that it is dealt with well. Pupils behave well in lessons. There are clear expectations that are understood by pupils. Teachers use low-key approaches, where appropriate, to ensure that pupils meet these expectations. A small number of pupils do not behave appropriately at break and lunch times. Some pupils say they do not enjoy these parts of the school day as a result. Most pupils say they enjoy coming to school, and that they feel safe.
What the school should improve
- Leaders have not ensured that all pupils who need it receive support at social times. This means that some pupils do not enjoy these parts of the school day as they are anxious about what might happen. This has a negative impact on their overall enjoyment of school. Leaders should ensure that all pupils who need it receive the support they need at lunch and breaktimes.
- Teaching of phonics is not consistent. As a result, the progress some pupils make in developing their phonics decoding is slowed. Leaders should ensure that all those teaching phonics using the new programme are fully trained and confident in the approaches used.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
58 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
386 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham Moor Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 90% met the expected standard |
| Helme Church of England Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 51% met the expected standard |
| Netherton Infant and Nursery School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Netherthong Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 84% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Phil Gibbins
- Phone
- 01484850671
- Address
- Holmfirth Road, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 4DA
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- URN
- 107718
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.