Luddenden CofE School
42%
Capacity
111
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Luddenden CofE School
Luddenden CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 111 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (42% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Luddenden CofE School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Hoyle, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Luddenden CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 9 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Luddenden CofE School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Luddenden CofE 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 | Dene View, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 6PB |
| Headteacher | Lisa Hoyle |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 111 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.9% |
| School Capacity | 111 / 262 (42% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2022. 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dene View, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 6PB
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