Lightcliffe C of E Primary School
URN: 144865 • Halifax HX3 8SH
Overview
- Name
- Lightcliffe C of E Primary School
- URN
- 144865
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ABBEY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adelle Hustler Kate Dunkley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01422202235
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wakefield Road, Halifax HX3 8SH
Summary
Lightcliffe C of E Primary School is a mixed, two-form entry academy located in Halifax, Calderdale. With a capacity of 420 pupils, the school currently serves 399 students and has been a cornerstone of the community for over 150 years. As a Church of England school, it emphasizes seven core Christian values: friendship, forgiveness, respect, compassion, joy, hope, and courage, which underpin its ethos and approach to education.
The school is committed to providing an engaging curriculum and high-quality teaching to inspire students academically and socially. Lightcliffe C of E Primary aims to create a nurturing environment where children can flourish as individuals and as part of the school community. Support for families is a priority, with resources available to assist parents during their child's transition into primary school.
For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
The school is committed to providing an engaging curriculum and high-quality teaching to inspire students academically and socially. Lightcliffe C of E Primary aims to create a nurturing environment where children can flourish as individuals and as part of the school community. Support for families is a priority, with resources available to assist parents during their child's transition into primary school.
For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Privacy Notice. (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Term Dates 2024/25 (download)
- Term Dates 25/26 (download)
- Newsletter (download)
- School Times and Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
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
- ABBEY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 399
- Boys
- 202
- Girls
- 197
- FSM %
- 6.80
- Open date
- 2017-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 399 | 202 | 197 | 420 | 6.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 411 | 202 | 209 | 420 | 6.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 411 | 192 | 219 | 420 | 6.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 411 | 192 | 219 | 420 | 6.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 408 | 196 | 212 | 420 | 4.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 418 | 206 | 212 | 420 | 4.50 |
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