Castle Hill Primary School
URN: 107520 • Todmorden OL14 5SQ
Overview
- Name
- Castle Hill Primary School
- URN
- 107520
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Duncan Hetherington (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01706813163
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Halifax Road, Todmorden OL14 5SQ
Summary
Castle Hill Primary School is a community school located in Todmorden, Calderdale, serving 176 pupils from Nursery to Year 6. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and supportive environment, where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school emphasizes strong relationships among staff, students, and parents, promoting a harmonious learning atmosphere.
The curriculum at Castle Hill is broad and balanced, designed to engage students and develop their independence and creativity. The school integrates local resources and the beautiful Pennine countryside into its teaching, providing practical learning experiences such as growing vegetables and exploring the outdoors. High expectations are set for all students, ensuring that they are motivated to learn and grow.
With a commitment to inclusivity, the school supports children as individuals, working closely with parents to nurture their unique strengths and interests. Castle Hill Primary aims to be a central part of the Todmorden community, enriching the lives of its students and fostering a sense of belonging.
The curriculum at Castle Hill is broad and balanced, designed to engage students and develop their independence and creativity. The school integrates local resources and the beautiful Pennine countryside into its teaching, providing practical learning experiences such as growing vegetables and exploring the outdoors. High expectations are set for all students, ensuring that they are motivated to learn and grow.
With a commitment to inclusivity, the school supports children as individuals, working closely with parents to nurture their unique strengths and interests. Castle Hill Primary aims to be a central part of the Todmorden community, enriching the lives of its students and fostering a sense of belonging.
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Nearby alternatives
- Ferney Lee Primary School (59.3)
- Todmorden CofE J, I & N School (58.3)
- Shade Primary School (54.9)
- Walsden St Peter's CE (VC) Primary School (54.8)
- St Joseph's RC Primary School, Todmorden (47.5)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 259
- Pupils
- 176
- Boys
- 94
- Girls
- 82
- FSM %
- 22.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 176 | 94 | 82 | 259 | 22.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 178 | 98 | 80 | 259 | 19.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 107 | 97 | 259 | 16.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 107 | 97 | 259 | 16.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 231 | 125 | 106 | 259 | 16.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 262 | 139 | 123 | 259 | 15.50 |
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