Moorside Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Moorside Community Primary School
Moorside Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moorside Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heidi Higgs, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12816th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Moorside Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 24 places, making it 2.1x 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 Moorside Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Moorside Community 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Keighley Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 8AP |
| Headteacher | Heidi Higgs |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.7% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 236 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12816th of 13,686
Nationally
1418th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
65th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
37%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Keighley Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 8AP
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