Special academy · Kirklees

Joseph Norton Academy

Special
Ages 7–16

Term dates

Special academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Kirklees council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Kirklees's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special academy
Phase: Special
Ages: 7–16
Pupils: 62 (capacity 80)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Phone: 01484868218
Address: Busker Lane, Scissett, Huddersfield, HD8 9JU
Website: josephnorton.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Report a correction.