Trinity Academy St Chad's
60%
Capacity
126
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Trinity Academy St Chad's
Trinity Academy St Chad's is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 126 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Trinity Academy St Chad's "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Dawson, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3146th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 73 in Calderdale.
Trinity Academy St Chad's is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 17 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trinity Academy St Chad's include Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Trinity Academy St Chad's 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Upper Green Lane, Brighouse, Calderdale, HD6 2PA |
| Headteacher | Rachel Dawson |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 126 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 126 / 210 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3146th of 13,686
Nationally
309th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
17th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
73%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trinity Academy St Chad's
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Contact Information
Upper Green Lane, Brighouse
Calderdale, HD6 2PA
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