Summary

School name
Upperthong Junior and Infant School
Address
Burnlee Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2LE
School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
Age range
4 to 11
Size
202 pupils enrolled
Email address
office@upperthongschool.co.uk
Website address
http://www.upperthongschool.co.uk (opens in new tab)

About Upperthong Junior and Infant School

Upperthong Junior and Infant School photo

Upperthong School is a semi-rural school on the outskirts of the town of Holmfirth; around 7 miles from the larger town of Huddersfield. The school has an idyllic setting, with wonderful grounds and stunning views of the surrounding Pennine countryside. We are very proud of our grounds: a large field, a woodland area and play spaces large enough for all our children to play together. The building is 56 years old and is organised into 7 single age classes with 2 additional teaching spaces.

The school has a strong staff team and is well supported by the governing body. We encourage links with the wider community; working with the onsite playgroup, the local minister and other local groups.

In February 2023 we were visited by Ofsted and the inspector had this to say about our school :

‘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.’

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Location and map

Burnlee Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2LE

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