- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
47 first choices, 47 offers made
Met the standard at 1183%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.5%
- Pupils
- 362
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.6
Schools in WF17
A postcode district in Kirklees
- Postcode district
- 45 schools and nurseries
In short: WF17 is a postcode district in Kirklees with 23 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 18 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries4523 primary · 6 secondary · 18 nurseries
Top-rated
All WF17 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WF17
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 WF17
23 in WF17, best first
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School
Batley, WF17 9HN · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
27 first choices, 28 offers made
Met the standard at 1183%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.0%
- Pupils
- 187
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.4
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results above the England average.
43 first choices, 45 offers made
Met the standard at 1168%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 297
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.6
Top Secondary Schools in WF17
6 in WF17, best first
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results close to the England average.
178 first choices, 212 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.8%
- Pupils
- 1,415
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.7
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
133 first choices, 137 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 8.4%
- Pupils
- 980
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
134 first choices, 144 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1643.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 784
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.7
Nurseries in WF17
18 in WF17, highest Ofsted grade first
Foundations Nursery
Batley, WF17 5JH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Al - Noor Nursery
Batley, WF17 7JT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Birstall Preschool
Batley, WF17 9DX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WF17
3 in WF17, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results close to the England average.
178 first choices, 212 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.8%
- Pupils
- 1,415
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.7
Cambridge Street School
Batley, WF17 5QW · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1628.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 177
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Fairfield School
Batley, WF17 8AS · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 14.8%
- Pupils
- 139
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.8
Special Schools in WF17
2 in WF17. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Becker School
Batley, WF17 8HL · Independent · Primary · Ages 5 to 13
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 19
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Fairfield School
Batley, WF17 8AS · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 14.8%
- Pupils
- 139
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.8
Private Schools in WF17
2 in WF17. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Becker School
Batley, WF17 8HL · Independent · Primary · Ages 5 to 13
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 19
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Cambridge Street School
Batley, WF17 5QW · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19 · Boys
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1628.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 177
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WF17, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good32
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet11
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 WF17 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WF17 has 45 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 WF17
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 WF17
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WF17?
WF17 has 45 schools, including 23 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 18 nurseries, 2 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 WF17?
The highest-ranked schools in WF17 on Eduscope are Warwick Road Primary School, St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School, Lydgate Junior and Infant 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 WF17?
There are 2 independent schools in WF17. 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 WF17 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WF17?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 45 schools in WF17 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.