Welcome to Birkby Infant & Nursery School, a large Infant & Nursery School in Huddersfield that serves families from a wide range of cultural and economic backgrounds. We are a vibrant and inclusive community, dedicated to providing a happy, secure and inviting environment for all our pupils.

At Birkby Infant & Nursery School, we believe that education is not just about academic achievement, but also about developing the whole child - intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially. We strive to create a stimulating and nurturing environment that encourages our pupils to reach their full potential and become curious, confident learners.

Our school is proud of its richly diverse racial and cultural origins, and we celebrate the unique backgrounds and experiences that each of our pupils brings to our school community. We are committed to promoting the fundamental British values of tolerance, respect and consideration of others, and we believe that these values are essential for building a harmonious and successful community.

Our Services

We offer a range of services and activities to support the development of our pupils, including:

Physical Education: Our physical education program aims to develop the physical, emotional and social skills of our pupils, and to encourage a lifelong interest in physical activity.

Music and Arts: Our music and arts program provides opportunities for our pupils to express themselves creatively, and to develop their musical and artistic skills.

Nursery and Reception: Our nursery and reception classes provide a warm and welcoming environment for our youngest pupils, and offer a range of activities and experiences to support their learning and development.

Parental Engagement: We encourage parental engagement and involvement in our school, and offer a range of opportunities for parents to participate in school life, including parent-teacher interviews, parent-teacher associations, and volunteer programs.

Safeguarding: We take the safety and well-being of our pupils very seriously, and have a range of measures in place to ensure their protection and support.

Our Achievements

We are proud of our achievements and recognition, including:

Centre of Excellence: We were awarded Centre of Excellence status for our outstanding practice in promoting physical activity and movement.

Ofsted Outstanding: Our school was adjudged Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2018.

Top 10 in the Country: We have achieved a top 10 position nationally in the WOW! - The Walk to School Challenge.

Community Engagement: We have strong links with our local community, and engage in a range of activities and projects that benefit the wider community.

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Positive: Some parents praise the school's teachers, staff, and support for their children, with a focus on engagement, care, and welcoming attitudes.

Negative: Parents have raised concerns about the school's leadership, citing instances of incompetence, denial of meeting minutes, and a lack of attention to parental concerns, as well as concerns about the school's secular/non-religious mindset and the quality of education.

Overalltone

The reviewed school seems to have varying standards and quality of education. Some parents are extremely satisfied with the school, praising the teachers, staff, and support for their children, while others are extremely dissatisfied, citing issues with leadership, instruction, and parental engagement.

PositiveandNegativeComments

ParentExperience

Some parents have had positive experiences, such as Arya Gopal, who praised the school and its staff for being helpful and supportive. Alison Graham also had a positive experience, stating that the teachers are engaging, caring, and welcoming. However, other parents have had negative experiences, including Dominika Block, who was unhappy with the way the school handled World Book Day costumes, and Farzana Akhtar, who was dissatisfied with the school's leadership and complained about the headteacher's incompetence.

ConcernsaboutLeadership

Several parents raised concerns about the school's leadership, citing instances of incompetence and a lack of attention to parental concerns. Farzana Akhtar specifically mentioned the headteacher's denial of meeting minutes and her unprofessional behavior. Zia Rehman and J. M. also expressed concerns about the school's secular/non-religious mindset and the quality of education.

SupportforChildren

A few parents praised the school for its support for children with additional needs, including Hazel Bicknell, who mentioned that the school was "absolutely outstanding" in its support.

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