Salterhebble Junior and Infant School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
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Demand
About Salterhebble Junior and Infant School
Salterhebble Junior and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Salterhebble Junior and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Bullard, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 73 in Calderdale.
Salterhebble Junior and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 23 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Salterhebble Junior and Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
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 Salterhebble Junior and Infant School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Coding, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Salterhebble Junior and Infant 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 | Stafford Square, Halifax, Calderdale, HX3 0AU |
| Headteacher | Caroline Bullard |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11914th of 13,686
Nationally
1301st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
63rd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
44%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stafford Square, Halifax
Calderdale, HX3 0AU
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