Ash Green Community Primary School
107%
Capacity
450
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Ash Green Community Primary School
Ash Green Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ash Green Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mungo Sheppard, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10282nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 73 in Calderdale.
Ash Green Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 48 places, making it 1.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Ash Green Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ash Green Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Ash Green Community Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mixenden Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 8QD |
| Headteacher | Mungo Sheppard |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.7% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10282nd of 13,686
Nationally
1092nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
52nd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
50
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (92% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mixenden Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 8QD
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