Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School
45%
Capacity
53
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School
Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 53 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (45% of 117 places).
Ofsted has rated Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Pether, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 2 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 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 Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Heptonstall Junior Infant 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Smithwell Lane, Hebden Bridge, Calderdale, HX7 7NX |
| Headteacher | Fiona Pether |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 53 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 53 / 117 (45% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
8
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Smithwell Lane, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale, HX7 7NX
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