Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School
Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Bastian, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13037th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 11 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Christ Church Pellon CofE VC 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sandbeds Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 0QQ |
| Headteacher | Jo Bastian |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.5% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13037th of 13,686
Nationally
1444th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
68th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
20%
'23/24
34%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandbeds Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 0QQ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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