Upperthong Junior and Infant School
Burnlee Road, Upperthong Junior & Infant School, Holmfirth, HD9 2LEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Upperthong Junior and Infant School is a primary school in Holmfirth for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 199 schools in Kirklees. It ranks 4th of 12 primary schools in Holmfirth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 December 2012, report published 11 January 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 22 February 2023
Pupils flourish at Upperthong Junior and Infant School. Relationships between adults and pupils are kind and respectful. Leaders have provided a broad and interesting curriculum for all pupils. They make sure this includes those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school. Leaders and staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. From Reception to Year 6, pupils know the simple school rules: 'ready, respectful, safe'. Adults show by example how they want pupils to behave. Pupils respond by being courteous, polite and cheerful. They are attentive in lessons and work purposefully on the tasks they are given. Bullying is extremely rare. When pupils fall out, staff help them to sort things out. Pupils learn about diversity in the school community and the wider world. They respect and value people who are different to themselves. There are a wide range of opportunities for pupils to develop their talents and interests. Leaders call this a 'singing school'. Pupils and staff enjoy the singing assemblies. Many pupils love being a part of the large school choir. All pupils learn to play the glockenspiel and some have individual instrument tuition. There are many clubs for pupils to enjoy, including drama, book club, film club and a range of sporting activities. The before- and after-school club provides a homely, safe space for those pupils who use it.
What the school should improve
- In a minority of subjects, the knowledge that pupils should learn has not been clearly identified. As a result, pupils have gaps in their knowledge. Leaders should ensure each subject curriculum specifies clearly what pupils should learn and when.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
209 pupils on roll, with places for 218
Schools near Upperthong Junior and Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
| Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Netherthong Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 84% met the expected standard |
| Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior & Infant School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 59% met the expected standard |
| New Mill Infant School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Carolyn Littlewood
- Phone
- 01484683176
- Address
- Burnlee Road, Upperthong Junior & Infant School, Holmfirth, HD9 2LE
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- URN
- 107680
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.