A not judged community school school in Calderdale. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Northowram Primary School.
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106.0 | 107.0 |
| 2023 | 105.0 | 107.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+0.5 per year)
Up 0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Inspiring Success Beyond Expectation"
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.
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.
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.
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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