Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, Sowerby Bridge
URN: 107554 • Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BJ
Overview
- Name
- Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, Sowerby Bridge
- URN
- 107554
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Embleton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01422832454
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Park Road, Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BJ
Summary
Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, located in Sowerby Bridge, is a mixed voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 84 pupils, against a capacity of 150. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and secure environment where children can thrive academically, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The ethos of the school emphasizes teamwork among parents, children, staff, and governors to support each child's development.
The curriculum is designed to promote independent and confident learners, encouraging students to explore their academic, sporting, and creative talents. The school values parental involvement and offers various opportunities for parents to engage with the school community, including discussions about their child's progress and participation in school activities.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (41.70%), Christ Church CE (VA) Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that all children feel valued and supported. The school’s vision is rooted in the belief that every child has unique potential, which is nurtured through a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum is designed to promote independent and confident learners, encouraging students to explore their academic, sporting, and creative talents. The school values parental involvement and offers various opportunities for parents to engage with the school community, including discussions about their child's progress and participation in school activities.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (41.70%), Christ Church CE (VA) Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that all children feel valued and supported. The school’s vision is rooted in the belief that every child has unique potential, which is nurtured through a collaborative approach to education.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Need and Disability (sen)
- Year 6 pre measurement leaflet.pdf (download)
- 3.10.25.pdf (download)
- WVIC Parent Flu.pdf (download)
- Sycamores Newsletter Autumn 2025.pdf (download)
- Policies relating to Church School (other)
- Admissions Policy Consultation (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St John's Primary School In Rishworth (63.6)
- Ripponden Junior and Infant School (62.8)
- Bolton Brow Primary Academy (60.7)
- St Mary's CofE (VC) J and I School (59.8)
- Norland CE School (58.1)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 84
- Boys
- 39
- Girls
- 45
- FSM %
- 41.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 150 | 41.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 93 | 39 | 54 | 150 | 38.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 57 | 63 | 150 | 37.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 57 | 63 | 150 | 37.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 126 | 57 | 69 | 150 | 35.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 132 | 62 | 70 | 150 | 30.30 |
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