New Road Primary School
83%
Capacity
174
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About New Road Primary School
New Road 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 174 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated New Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Harwood, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10299th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 73 in Calderdale.
New Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Road Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, New Road 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 | Sowerby New Road, Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, HX6 1DY |
| Headteacher | Sharon Harwood |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.4% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10299th of 13,686
Nationally
1093rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
53rd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Sowerby New Road, Sowerby Bridge
Calderdale, HX6 1DY
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