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Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School

Calderdale, HX5 0LPPrimaryAges 3–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Apr 2023
KS2 Results
63%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
0.9×
Not oversubscribed
21 1st-choice / 23 places
Ranking
#6,897
of 13,686 nationally

About Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School

Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School in Calderdale is a mixed state primary that is currently operating very close to its capacity of 315 pupils, with 301 on roll. The school serves a community with a notably high level of disadvantage: 37.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is significantly above the national average for primary schools. Demand for places is strong, with the school oversubscribed for the 2025/26 intake: it received 41 applications for just 23 places, a ratio of 1.78 applicants per spot. Of those, 21 were first-preference applications, and all 21 received offers, suggesting that while competition exists, families who prioritise the school have a good chance of securing a place. The school has a nursery provision attached, catering for children from age three, and its non-religious character means it draws from a broad local catchment rather than a faith-based one.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressCross Lane, Elland, Calderdale, HX5 0LP
HeadteacherMark Sharp
Local AuthorityCalderdale
Number of Pupils301
Free School Meals (FSM)37.3%
School Capacity301 / 315 (96% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

25 Apr 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

7
Sensory RoomDining HallICT SuitePlaying FieldsMusic RoomsLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

NetballFootballCricketSwimmingGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirChessEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

School day

Verified

Teaching hours

08:30 – 15:15

Breakfast club

07:30-08:30

After-school care

15:15-17:45

Source: crosslaneschool.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.