Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
301
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School
Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Sharp, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6897th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 23 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Cross Lane Primary and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cross Lane, Elland, Calderdale, HX5 0LP |
| Headteacher | Mark Sharp |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.3% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 315 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6897th of 13,686
Nationally
729th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
34th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cross Lane, Elland
Calderdale, HX5 0LP
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