Hebden Royd CofE Primary School
103%
Capacity
108
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hebden Royd CofE Primary School
Hebden Royd CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 108 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hebden Royd CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Paton, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Hebden Royd CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hebden Royd CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Hebden Royd CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Hebden Bridge, Calderdale, HX7 6DS |
| Headteacher | Robert Paton |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 108 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 108 / 105 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale, HX7 6DS
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