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Schools

April 2008
hayley.bradbury@kirklees.gov.uk

Kirklees schools

School Information Search
List of schools in Kirklees.
Schools list (PDF 234kb) pdf file - opens in a new window
List of headteachers and contact details for all schools in Kirklees.
School closure information
If any schools are closed for any reason, they will appear on this page.
 

Choosing a school

Admissions - A Guide for Parents
Information, advice and priority admission area maps to help when choosing a school for your child.
Choice Advice Service
Choice advice is a new service for parents providing impartial help, advice and support when applying for a school place for their child.
Ofsted reports
School inspection reports.
 

Holidays and term dates

Occasional Holidays
Dates of school occasional holidays.
Term Dates
Term dates for the academic years 2007/08 and 2008/2009.
Term Time Holidays
Information about taking your child out of school in Term Time.
 

Schools advice and services

Behaviour, Discipline and Anti-Bullying Guidelines
Information about the LEA's guidelines for schools.
Childcare and early education
Information for parents about the types of childcare available. Includes a childcare search and online childcare request. Information on training available to work with children and becoming a childminder.
Complaints and Compliments
How to give compliments and make complaints about schools and their staff.
Extended Learning Service
The Extended Learning Service is committed to the provision of a strategy which secures high quality learning opportunities for children and young people in Kirklees. Such provision will complement and enhance mainstream educational provision.
Financial Support
Information about free school meals, clothing grants, transport and minor awards. See if you qualify for help, how to apply and how often you can claim.
Psychology and Specialist Outreach
A guide for parents carers and other agencies.
School Governor Information
Information about becoming a school governor and current vacancies at schools throughout Kirklees, with application details.
School Library Service
Information about the Books service offered to schools, providing resources and access to information.
Support for your Child and You
Information about support services for children experiencing difficulties, information and advice for children with special educational needs.
Teaching Vacancies
Teaching vacancies throughout the authority. Updated weekly.

Downloads

Curriculum Statement (PDF 210Kb)
This is an expression of the educational philosophy which helps shape the ethos of education in Kirklees.
School Dinner Menus
School dinner menus for each school.
   
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