Admissions
Batley Parish CE Primary Academy prides itself on its transparent and fair admissions policy. As a CE Academy, the Governing Board is made up of representatives from the Church, parents and school staff. As a church school with strong links with the local church, children demonstrating a regular Christian commitment are referenced in our admissions policy. However, the school serves a diverse community and is therefore open to those living in the community, irrespective of faith or religious belief.
Admissions Policy Consultation
We are currently consulting on our Admissions Policy for 2027-2028. The consultation window is open from the 22nd October 2025 until the 2nd December 2025.
The changes suggested are as follows:
1. Pupils who are eligible for Pupil Premium funding will be prioritised over those who are not eligible (see points 6 - 9).
2. The wording over whether families are 'at the heart of Church' or 'attached to Church' has been simplified/combined to say 'regular attenders of Church.
3. Instead of the policy prioritising worshipping members of All Saints Batley over other local churches, it now states 'worshipping members within the United Benefice of Batley' (All Saints Batley, St Thomas' Batley, St Andrew's Purlwell and St Paul's Hanging Heaton).
