Burnley Road Academy
URN: 137391 • Hebden Bridge HX7 5DE
Overview
- Name
- Burnley Road Academy
- URN
- 137391
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PENNINE ALLIANCE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Veronica Walker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01422883034
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Burnley Road, Hebden Bridge HX7 5DE
Summary
Burnley Road Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Hebden Bridge, Calderdale, with a current enrolment of 166 pupils and a capacity of 209. Established in 1879, the academy has a long-standing commitment to serving the local community and has operated as an academy converter since September 2011. The school prides itself on fostering a family-like atmosphere, emphasising values such as courage, compassion, perseverance, and teamwork.
The curriculum at Burnley Road Academy is designed to support the holistic development of each child, with a focus on emotional health and well-being. The school offers various activities, including forest and outdoor learning, and maintains an open-door policy for parents and guardians to engage with staff regarding their child's progress and welfare. The academy also provides resources for home learning and has established a Before and After School Club to accommodate working families.
Burnley Road Academy received a 'Good' rating in its most recent Ofsted inspection in April 2022, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. The school actively engages in community initiatives, such as fundraising events for charities, reinforcing its strong ties with local families and organisations.
The curriculum at Burnley Road Academy is designed to support the holistic development of each child, with a focus on emotional health and well-being. The school offers various activities, including forest and outdoor learning, and maintains an open-door policy for parents and guardians to engage with staff regarding their child's progress and welfare. The academy also provides resources for home learning and has established a Before and After School Club to accommodate working families.
Burnley Road Academy received a 'Good' rating in its most recent Ofsted inspection in April 2022, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. The school actively engages in community initiatives, such as fundraising events for charities, reinforcing its strong ties with local families and organisations.
Useful links
- DB Learning Library (other)
- DB Primary (other)
- Academy Aims page. (other)
- GDPR (other)
- New Era Technology (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Old Town Primary School (69.7)
- Heptonstall Junior Infant and Nursery School (61.4)
- Scout Road Academy (60.2)
- Stubbings Infant School (59.8)
- Central Street Infant and Nursery School (59.7)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PENNINE ALLIANCE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 209
- Pupils
- 166
- Boys
- 75
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 35.40
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 166 | 75 | 91 | 209 | 35.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 90 | 100 | 209 | 29.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 217 | 98 | 119 | 209 | 24.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 217 | 98 | 119 | 209 | 24.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 217 | 102 | 115 | 209 | 21.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 246 | 122 | 124 | 209 | 21.50 |
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