Abbey Park Academy
94%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Abbey Park Academy
Abbey Park Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Park Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natasha Searby, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2122nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Abbey Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Park Academy include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Abbey Park Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Keighley Close, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 9DG |
| Headteacher | Natasha Searby |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.9% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 240 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2122nd of 13,686
Nationally
202nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
7th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Keighley Close, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 9DG
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