West Vale Academy
46%
Capacity
84
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About West Vale Academy
West Vale Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 84 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 182 places).
Ofsted has rated West Vale Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Crowther, 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 2698th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 73 in Calderdale.
West Vale Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 9 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Vale Academy include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, West Vale 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 | None |
| Address | Stainland Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX4 8LS |
| Headteacher | Helen Crowther |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 84 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.4% |
| School Capacity | 84 / 182 (46% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2698th of 13,686
Nationally
259th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
14th 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
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
28
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Vale Academy
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Contact Information
Stainland Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX4 8LS
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