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Luddendenfoot Academy

Luddendenfoot Academy

Calderdale, HX2 6AUPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

159%

Capacity

200

Pupils

2.3x

Demand

About Luddendenfoot Academy

Luddendenfoot Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (159% of 126 places).

the school is led by headteacher Carolyn Greenwood, it falls under Calderdale local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2413th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 73 in Calderdale.

Luddendenfoot Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 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 Luddendenfoot Academy include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Choir and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Luddendenfoot Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBurnley Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 6AU
HeadteacherCarolyn Greenwood
Local AuthorityCalderdale
Number of Pupils200
Free School Meals (FSM)12.5%
School Capacity200 / 126 (159% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

5 Dec 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)

2413th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

229th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 25%

11th of 73

In Calderdale

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

76%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:86%
Higher:45%
Writing
Expected:76%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 110
Expected:93%
Higher:48%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -4%

'22/23

80%

'23/24

76%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Forest SchoolOutdoor PlaygroundDining HallMusic RoomsArt StudiosLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingCricketRoundersAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubDramaArt ClubChoirEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

70

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

32 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Luddendenfoot Academy

Luddendenfoot Academy has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01422882298www.luddfoot.polarismat.org.uk

Burnley Road, Halifax

Calderdale, HX2 6AU

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Burnley Road, Halifax

Calderdale, HX2 6AU

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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