Colden Junior and Infant School
Hebden Bridge, HX7 7HW · Calderdale · primary school
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23rd of 76 primary schools in Calderdale we can score, 81 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,212 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 6.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Colden Junior and Infant School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 47 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Colden Junior and Infant School
Overview
The report states that the school is ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. Leaders maintain ‘high expectations’ for pupils, who demonstrate positive behaviour and a strong sense of community. The curriculum is described as ‘coherent and carefully sequenced’, with staff possessing the necessary subject knowledge to support pupil progress.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘confident and eager to talk to visitors’, displaying ‘kind’ behaviour and strong relationships with staff and peers.
- Reading is a clear priority, with a ‘structured programme’ ensuring pupils develop ‘fluency and confidence’ through phonics and matched books.
- Parents are ‘overwhelmingly positive’, describing staff as ‘dedicated and approachable’ and valuing strong communication about learning.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities access the full curriculum with appropriate support and resources.
- Governors ‘fulfil their statutory duties with enthusiasm and dedication’, providing effective challenge and support to leaders.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must check pupils’ mathematical knowledge more carefully to identify gaps and ensure work matches pupils’ learning stages.
- Leaders should clearly identify the important vocabulary children in the early years need to learn to explain their thinking.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff having up-to-date knowledge, keeping rigorous records, and ensuring pupils understand how to manage risks to their safety.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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