Old Town Primary School
81%
Capacity
85
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Old Town Primary School
Old Town Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 105 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jo Mansfield, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Old Town Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 11 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Town Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Old Town 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Billy Lane, Hebden Bridge, Calderdale, HX7 8RY |
| Headteacher | Jo Mansfield |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 85 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 85 / 105 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed11
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Billy Lane, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale, HX7 8RY
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