The Greetland Academy
94%
Capacity
396
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About The Greetland Academy
The Greetland Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 396 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Helen Crowther, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1053rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 73 in Calderdale.
The Greetland Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 41 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Greetland Academy include Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, The Greetland Academy 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 | School Street, Halifax, Calderdale, HX4 8JB |
| Headteacher | Helen Crowther |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 396 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 396 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1053rd of 13,686
Nationally
98th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
83%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Greetland Academy
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Contact Information
School Street, Halifax
Calderdale, HX4 8JB
Journey to School
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