- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
73 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 110%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.5%
- Pupils
- 223
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.2
Schools in WF13
A postcode district in Kirklees
- Postcode district
- 27 schools and nurseries
In short: WF13 is a postcode district in Kirklees with 11 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2711 primary · 4 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All WF13 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WF13
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 WF13
11 in WF13, best first
Ravensthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Dewsbury, WF13 3AS · State · Primary · Ages 7 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.3%
- Pupils
- 401
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
46 first choices, 53 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 8.0%
- Pupils
- 394
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.5
Top Secondary Schools in WF13
4 in WF13, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results below the England average.
132 first choices, 175 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.9%
- Pupils
- 900
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.6
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 2 areas
Results well below the England average.
117 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1634.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.0%
- Pupils
- 992
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.4
Nurseries in WF13
13 in WF13, highest Ofsted grade first
Little Scholars Nursery
Dewsbury, WF13 2PA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Ravensthorpe Community Childcare
Dewsbury, WF13 3AR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
St John's Under 5's Pre-School
Dewsbury, WF13 3NT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WF13
2 in WF13, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 2 areas
Results well below the England average.
117 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1634.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.0%
- Pupils
- 992
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.4
The Branch Christian School
Dewsbury, WF13 4LA · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 17
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in WF13
2 in WF13. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Al-Furqaan Preparatory School
Dewsbury, WF13 2JR · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 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
- 153
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Branch Christian School
Dewsbury, WF13 4LA · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 17
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WF13, 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.
- Outstanding5
- Good9
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet12
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 WF13 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WF13 has 27 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 WF13
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 WF13
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WF13?
WF13 has 27 schools, including 11 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in WF13?
The highest-ranked schools in WF13 on Eduscope are Carlton Junior and Infant School, Ravensthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School, Westmoor Primary School. 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 WF13?
There are 2 independent schools in WF13. 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 WF13 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WF13?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 27 schools in WF13 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.