- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
47 first choices, 52 offers made
Met the standard at 1159%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.3%
- Pupils
- 398
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.4
Schools in HD2
A postcode district in Kirklees
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: HD2 is a postcode district in Kirklees with 9 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries219 primary · 4 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated
All HD2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in HD2
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in HD2
9 in HD2, best first
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy
Huddersfield, HD2 1EA · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
45 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1153%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 234
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
53 first choices, 44 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.4%
- Pupils
- 307
- Pupils per teacher
- 26.0
Top Secondary Schools in HD2
4 in HD2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
216 first choices, 174 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 899
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.5
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results well below the England average.
131 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1636.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.5%
- Pupils
- 995
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.0
Nurseries in HD2
10 in HD2, highest Ofsted grade first
Bradley House
Huddersfield, HD2 1PR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Holly Bank
Huddersfield, HD2 2AE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Chestnut Nursery
Huddersfield, HD2 1HJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in HD2
1 in HD2, by the school's Eduscope score
Pivot Academy
Huddersfield, HD2 1GN · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 124
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in HD2
2 in HD2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Barraclough Hall School
Huddersfield, HD2 2AL · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 15
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Pivot Academy
Huddersfield, HD2 1GN · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 124
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in HD2
3 in HD2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Barraclough Hall School
Huddersfield, HD2 2AL · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 15
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Mount School
Huddersfield, HD2 2AP · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 128
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Pivot Academy
Huddersfield, HD2 1GN · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 124
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in HD2, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good11
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet7
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every HD2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
HD2 has 21 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in HD2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about HD2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in HD2?
HD2 has 21 schools, including 9 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in HD2?
The highest-ranked schools in HD2 on Eduscope are All Saints Catholic College, St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in HD2?
There are 3 independent schools in HD2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in HD2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in HD2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in HD2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.