Tuel Lane Infant School
60%
Capacity
72
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Tuel Lane Infant School
Tuel Lane Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 72 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tuel Lane Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Embleton, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
Tuel Lane Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Tuel Lane Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tuel Lane Infant School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, Tuel Lane 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clay Street, Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, HX6 2ND |
| Headteacher | Alison Embleton |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 120 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clay Street, Sowerby Bridge
Calderdale, HX6 2ND
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