Holywell Green Primary School
68%
Capacity
142
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Holywell Green Primary School
Holywell Green 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 142 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Holywell Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Cook, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8903rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 73 in Calderdale.
Holywell Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 16 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holywell Green Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Holywell Green 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stainland Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX4 9AE |
| Headteacher | Robert Cook |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 210 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8903rd of 13,686
Nationally
949th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
42nd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
57%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stainland Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX4 9AE
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