Joy for Kirklees families as primary school places confirmed
Families across Kirklees are celebrating after newly released figures show that 99% of children due to start primary school or transferring to junior school this September have secured a place at one of their preferred schools.
In total, 6,100 applications were submitted for children starting reception or junior school in September. Every family that applied received a school place offer, with 94% allocated their first preference.
Councillor Amanda Pinnock, Cabinet Member for Education and Communities, welcomed the figures:
“This is brilliant news for families across Kirklees. Securing a place at a preferred primary school reassures parents and helps to give children the very best start to their education. I’m especially pleased to see such a high proportion of families receiving their first preference and is a positive reflection of the careful planning involved in meeting demand.
“We’re very proud of the Kirklees family of schools and the incredible difference they make in helping local children enjoy the best start in life. Starting primary school is a big milestone for both children and their families, and our schools work tirelessly to make that transition a positive and exciting experience. I wish all our new pupils a happy and successful start to their educational journey.”
The commitment to high-quality education for every child is a central aim of Our Kirklees Futures, the district’s shared vision for learning and lifelong opportunity.
For more details, visit the Our Kirklees Futures webpage.