Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School
Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Roberts, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1246th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 29 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Victoria Road, Brighouse, Calderdale, HD6 4DY |
| Headteacher | Craig Roberts |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1246th of 13,686
Nationally
122nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
81%
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
5Facilities 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
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, Brighouse
Calderdale, HD6 4DY
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