Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School
URN: 107535 • Halifax HX2 0QQ
Overview
- Name
- Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School
- URN
- 107535
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Bastian (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01422350792
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandbeds Road, Halifax HX2 0QQ
Summary
Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School, located in Halifax, Calderdale, is a mixed voluntary controlled primary school with a current enrolment of 162 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a caring and vibrant community, underpinned by its vision, “Soaring High, Together We Shine.” Core values such as Friendship, Justice, Compassion, Forgiveness, Perseverance, and Thankfulness guide the school's ethos and daily practices.
The curriculum at Christ Church Pellon emphasizes a comprehensive approach to education, including a history program designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Utilizing the Kapow Primary History scheme, pupils engage in hands-on learning that promotes an understanding of significant events and individuals, as well as the development of key historical concepts. The school alternates history and geography units, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
In addition to academic learning, Christ Church Pellon prioritizes the teaching of British Values, encouraging respect and tolerance for diverse cultures and beliefs. The school aims to prepare children for life in modern Britain, fostering a sense of individual liberty while instilling an understanding of the rule of law and democratic principles.
The curriculum at Christ Church Pellon emphasizes a comprehensive approach to education, including a history program designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking. Utilizing the Kapow Primary History scheme, pupils engage in hands-on learning that promotes an understanding of significant events and individuals, as well as the development of key historical concepts. The school alternates history and geography units, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
In addition to academic learning, Christ Church Pellon prioritizes the teaching of British Values, encouraging respect and tolerance for diverse cultures and beliefs. The school aims to prepare children for life in modern Britain, fostering a sense of individual liberty while instilling an understanding of the rule of law and democratic principles.
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Nearby alternatives
- Northowram Primary School (77.1)
- All Saints' CofE Primary School (73.9)
- The Greetland Academy (73.4)
- Parkinson Lane Community Primary School (72.6)
- Copley Primary School (72.2)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 162
- Boys
- 85
- Girls
- 77
- FSM %
- 60.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 162 | 85 | 77 | 210 | 60.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 175 | 94 | 81 | 210 | 61.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 166 | 90 | 76 | 210 | 61.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 166 | 90 | 76 | 210 | 61.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 188 | 101 | 87 | 210 | 59.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 192 | 102 | 90 | 210 | 56.80 |
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