Parkinson Lane Community Primary School
92%
Capacity
554
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Parkinson Lane Community Primary School
Parkinson Lane 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 554 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 600 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gulfaraz Ahmed, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2608th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Parkinson Lane Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 58 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parkinson Lane Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Parkinson Lane 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 | Parkinson Lane, Parkinson Lane Community Primary School, Halifax, Calderdale, HX1 3XL |
| Headteacher | Gulfaraz Ahmed |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 554 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 554 / 600 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2608th of 13,686
Nationally
248th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
12th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
75%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Parkinson Lane, Parkinson Lane Community Primary School, Halifax
Calderdale, HX1 3XL
Parkinson Lane, Parkinson Lane Community Primary School, Halifax
Calderdale, HX1 3XL
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