Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School
111%
Capacity
350
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Ling Bob Junior, Infant 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 350 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emmeline Ford, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7466th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 39 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Ling Bob 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Albert Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 0QD |
| Headteacher | Emmeline Ford |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.1% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 315 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7466th of 13,686
Nationally
791st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
36th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
61%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
56
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Albert Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 0QD
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