Lightcliffe CofE VA Primary School

URN: 107572 • Halifax HX3 8SH

Overview

Name
Lightcliffe CofE VA Primary School
URN
107572
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
68.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Crv Woodbridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Wakefield Road, Halifax HX3 8SH

Summary

Lightcliffe CofE VA Primary School is a two-form entry primary school located in Halifax, Calderdale, with a history spanning over 150 years. As a Church of England school, it embraces seven core Christian values: friendship, forgiveness, respect, compassion, joy, hope, and courage. These values are integral to the school's ethos and guide the community in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils.

The school serves a mixed-gender population of 417 students, with a capacity of 420. Lightcliffe CofE Primary School aims to inspire pupils to thrive both academically and socially through a well-rounded curriculum and high-quality teaching. The school offers various extracurricular activities that enhance the educational experience and promote personal development.

Lightcliffe CofE Primary School is committed to being at the heart of the community, encouraging strong relationships among students, families, and staff. The school prioritises a collaborative approach to education, ensuring that each child is supported in their journey to flourish as individuals and as part of the school family.

Key details

LA
Calderdale
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
417
Boys
205
Girls
210
FSM %
2.60
Open date
Close date
2017-07-31
Last Ofsted
2012-11-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 417 205 210 420 2.60
2024-09-11 417 205 210 420 2.60
2023-09-11 417 205 210 420 2.60
2022-09-11 417 205 210 420 2.60
2021-09-11 417 205 210 420 2.60
2020-09-11 417 205 210 420 2.60

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