Dean Field Community Primary School
URN: 145400 • Halifax HX2 8DQ
Overview
- Name
- Dean Field Community Primary School
- URN
- 145400
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FAMILY OF LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona Pether (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01422258258
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cousin Lane, Halifax HX2 8DQ
Summary
Dean Field Community Primary School is a mixed academy located in Halifax, Calderdale, with a current enrolment of 221 pupils and a capacity of 262. The school is part of The Family of Learning Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a significant percentage of pupils (53.40%) eligible for free school meals, Dean Field prioritises equity and access to quality education for all students.
The curriculum at Dean Field is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects, with a strong emphasis on science and environmental awareness. Recent activities include science workshops and projects focused on recycling, showcasing the school’s commitment to hands-on learning and sustainability. The school also celebrates cultural diversity through events like the European Day of Languages and International Day of Sign Languages, fostering an inclusive community spirit.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Fiona Pether, Dean Field Community Primary School aims to nurture each child's potential while encouraging active participation in school life and the wider community. Parents can stay informed through the school’s website and social media channels, which highlight ongoing events and initiatives.
The curriculum at Dean Field is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects, with a strong emphasis on science and environmental awareness. Recent activities include science workshops and projects focused on recycling, showcasing the school’s commitment to hands-on learning and sustainability. The school also celebrates cultural diversity through events like the European Day of Languages and International Day of Sign Languages, fostering an inclusive community spirit.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Fiona Pether, Dean Field Community Primary School aims to nurture each child's potential while encouraging active participation in school life and the wider community. Parents can stay informed through the school’s website and social media channels, which highlight ongoing events and initiatives.
Useful links
- Governor Profiles (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Phonics Screening Presentation (sen)
- Year 1 Phonics Presentation (sen)
- Year 2 Phonics Presentation (sen)
- Policy (download)
- Reception Current Half-Termly Overview (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Curriculum Policy (download)
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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FAMILY OF LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 262
- Pupils
- 221
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 53.40
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 221 | 108 | 113 | 262 | 53.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 226 | 103 | 123 | 262 | 51.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 232 | 100 | 132 | 210 | 50.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 232 | 100 | 132 | 210 | 50.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 222 | 98 | 124 | 210 | 50.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 230 | 99 | 131 | 210 | 46.30 |
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