Northowram Primary School

A not judged community school school in Calderdale. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Northowram Primary School.

Halifax, HX37EF Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
61.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 72.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
60.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 12.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
5 November 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Baxter Lane
Northowram
Halifax, HX37EF

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
107486
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Baxter Lane, Northowram, Halifax, HX3 7EF
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
452
Free School Meals
11.2% (51 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.8% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.7%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
8.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
72.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
12.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
72.0 (+13.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
8.0 (9.5 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.3 (2.3 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 107.0
2023 105.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
50
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
452 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring Success Beyond Expectation"

kindness respect

Head Teacher's Message

On behalf of the Northowram family, the Headteacher welcomes you. The message notes a history of success including Ofsted Outstanding in June 2016, emphasizes high-quality education, an excellent curriculum with extensive extra-curricular activities, and a happy and safe primary school environment. It highlights values of kindness and respect and invites prospective families to visit or Tour the school.

Facilities

sensory room Roundhouse biodome extensive grounds and gardening areas

SEND Provision

SENCO is Amy Beanland; queries can be directed to 01422 202704 or [email protected]; SEND policy reinforces inclusive teaching; Governor responsible for SEN/CLA is James Allison.

Admissions Criteria

Nursery has 52 part-time equivalent places with sessions for 4th birthdays between 1 Sept and 31 Aug; 15 or 30 hours free childcare available. Places allocated by the Governing Board of Northowram Primary School per Calderdale Early Years Admission Policy. Oversubscription criteria (in order): (1) Children under statutory assessment of EHC Needs or with an Education, Health and Care Plan; (2) Children Looked After (and those with adoption or residence/special guardianship orders) or with a special guardianship order; (3) Children with a sibling at the school; (4) Other children. Reception: 60 places; admissions administered by Calderdale Local Authority; see Calderdale Local Authority Admission to Primary School for details. In-year transfers and the Calderdale Fair Access Protocol apply.

Financial Information

School meals are £2.50 per day from September 2025; payments via ParentMail. Free School Meals available for eligible pupils; applications should be made to Calderdale Benefits Assessment Unit (0845-245-8000).

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