Midgley School
53%
Capacity
56
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Midgley School
Midgley School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Midgley School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Mansfield, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Midgley School is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 6 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Midgley School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Midgley 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 | Lane Ends, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 6TX |
| Headteacher | Joanne Mansfield |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 105 (53% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2012. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
24
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 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
Lane Ends, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 6TX
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