Question 1

Is Spring Grove Junior Infant and Nursery School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Spring Grove ranks 138th nationally for primary academic performance and 850th overall out of 14,978 schools, while placing 1st locally in Huddersfield. The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015 across all areas, including leadership, teaching quality, and early years provision. A recent inspection in July 2025 confirmed sustained excellence.

Question 2

What are the Key Stage 2 results at Spring Grove?

Accepted Answer

In the 2024-25 / 2025 dataset, 90% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics combined, and 20% achieved the higher standard. Average scaled scores were reading 112, grammar, punctuation and spelling 113, and mathematics 113.

Question 3

Is Spring Grove oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Reception entry is coordinated by Kirklees. For September 2027 entry, the application deadline is 15 January 2027 and offer day is 16 April 2027. Families should check the current oversubscription criteria and use all available preferences.

Question 4

Does Spring Grove charge tuition fees?

Accepted Answer

No. This is a state-funded primary school operated as an academy within the Heritage Multi-Academy Trust. There are no tuition fees. Families are asked to contribute to school funds, uniform, and optional trips via the school's charging and remission policy.

Question 5

What accreditations and awards does Spring Grove hold?

Accepted Answer

UNICEF Rights Respecting School Gold, Historical Association Quality Mark Gold, Artsmark Gold, Food for Life Silver, and Dingley's Promise Mark of Achievement. These accreditations indicate strengths in children's rights, history education, creative arts, sustainable nutrition, and inclusion practices.

Question 6

What wraparound care and extended hours are available?

Accepted Answer

Breakfast club begins at 8:30am. After-school clubs are available, though specific closing times should be confirmed with the school. Nursery operates split sessions: mornings 8:45–11:45 and afternoons 12:45–15:45. Families using government-funded early years provision (15 or 30 hours) should contact the school for current arrangements.

Question 7

How does Spring Grove support children learning English as an additional language?

Accepted Answer

The school provides targeted language development and skilled staff trained to support children beginning at early stages of English language acquisition. The early years curriculum explicitly prioritises communication and language development. Pupils from this background achieve above-average attainment by age 11, indicating effective provision.

Question 8

What sports, music, and activities does Spring Grove offer?

Accepted Answer

Physical education alongside ten seasonal sports, with representative teams from Year 3. Choir and music taught as a discrete subject to all pupils (Artsmark Gold). Art and drama are also prominent. The school offers academic and hobby clubs, regular educational trips, and visiting speakers. Breakfast and after-school clubs provide extended care.

Primary School Performance

Combined (R, W & M)

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

GPSGrammar, Punctuation & Spelling

Science