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Joseph Norton Academy

Academy special converter · Huddersfield · HD8 9JU

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Age range

Ages 7–16

Pupils

62

Local authority

Kirklees

Age range

Ages 7–16

05111619

Provision snapshot

Based on official GIAS characteristics

2 / 6

  • Nursery
  • Sixth form
  • BoardingNo boarders
  • Special school
  • Independent
  • Academy

Local context

How this school sits among open establishments in its area, using official GIAS records. These are counts, not rankings.

Mixed academy special converter, Ages 7–16, in Huddersfield, Kirklees, 62 pupils on roll. Notable characteristics: academy, special school. Free school meals: 67.7%.

Open schools in Huddersfield
90
Academies among open schools in Huddersfield
50% (45)
Open schools in HD8
20
Open schools in Kirklees LA
203

Nearby schools

Open schools within about 3 miles, prioritising the same phase where possible. Distances are approximate from GIAS coordinates.

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Overview

School type
Academy special converter
Age range
7–16
Gender
Mixed
Status
Open
URN
143227

Location

Address
Busker Lane, Scissett
Postcode
HD8 9JU
Town
Huddersfield
County
West Yorkshire
Local authority
Kirklees

Size & intake

Pupil numbers and free school meals come from the GIAS school census fields. Capacity fill is calculated when both pupils and capacity are published. Census date: 15 Jan 2026.

Pupils on roll
62
Boys / girls
62 / 0
School capacity
80
Capacity fill
62 / 80 (78%)
Free school meals
67.7%
FSM pupils
42
Gender
Mixed

School characteristics

Boarding
No boarders
Religious character
Does not apply
Governance
Academy trust: WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Academy trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST

Contact

Telephone
01484868218
Website
www.josephnorton.co.uk

Official links