Shade Primary School
URN: 107522 • Todmorden OL14 7PD
Overview
- Name
- Shade Primary School
- URN
- 107522
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mollie McCracken (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01706812913
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knowlwood Road, Todmorden OL14 7PD
Summary
Shade Primary School is a community school located in Todmorden, Calderdale, serving 180 pupils from Nursery to Year Six. Established in 1904, the school prides itself on creating a happy and inclusive environment where children feel safe and supported in their learning journey. The school’s ethos focuses on fostering confident, independent learners who have a passion for continuous improvement.
The curriculum at Shade Primary School encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor learning and personal development. The school also emphasizes British values and promotes a healthy lifestyle through various initiatives, including a dedicated school meals program and active participation in community events.
Shade Primary School is deeply rooted in its local community, utilizing its historical swimming pool for both school and community lessons. The surrounding area offers rich historical and scenic sites, enhancing the educational experience for students. The school aims to provide a stimulating learning environment that prepares children for future challenges.
The curriculum at Shade Primary School encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor learning and personal development. The school also emphasizes British values and promotes a healthy lifestyle through various initiatives, including a dedicated school meals program and active participation in community events.
Shade Primary School is deeply rooted in its local community, utilizing its historical swimming pool for both school and community lessons. The surrounding area offers rich historical and scenic sites, enhancing the educational experience for students. The school aims to provide a stimulating learning environment that prepares children for future challenges.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- Governor Secure Area (governance)
- SEND Provision (sen)
- Attendance (sen)
- Consent and Medication Forms (sen)
- News and Letters (calendar)
- Letters (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Vacancies (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 248
- Pupils
- 180
- Boys
- 86
- Girls
- 94
- FSM %
- 19.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 180 | 86 | 94 | 248 | 19.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 182 | 87 | 95 | 248 | 22.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 198 | 106 | 92 | 248 | 17.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 198 | 106 | 92 | 248 | 17.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 201 | 108 | 93 | 248 | 17.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 203 | 109 | 94 | 248 | 14.60 |
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