Copley Primary School

About Copley Primary School

Copley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 315 places).

Ofsted has rated Copley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hemingway, it falls under Calderdale local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5647th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 73 in Calderdale.

Copley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 140 applications for 44 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Copley Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Copley 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.

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