Copley Primary School
Halifax, HX3 0TP · Calderdale · primary school
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44th 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 4,112 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Copley Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 309 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between the school’s performance and the national median for higher standards?
What Ofsted said about Copley Primary School
Overview
Copley Primary School is described as a community-focused institution where pupils develop "extremely secure relationships with staff" characterised by "mutual respect, trust and kindness." The report highlights a "highly inclusive" environment with high behavioural expectations, noting that the school maintains "Good" overall effectiveness following its first routine inspection since 2013.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from an "ambitious and well planned" curriculum with a strong focus on subject-specific vocabulary and deep knowledge.
- Reading is highly valued, with pupils accessing "carefully chosen books" and engaging enthusiastically with reading awards.
- The school fosters excellent personal development, with pupils emerging with a "strong moral and social compass" and valuing difference.
- Staff feel "extremely well supported by leaders around their workload and well-being," and governors effectively hold leaders to account.
- Early years provision offers a "positive start," with children quickly learning routines and receiving skilful support for special educational needs.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure phonics sounds are taught in an order that allows pupils to build knowledge securely, preventing some from learning sounds they are not ready for.
- Teachers need better support to use assessment data effectively to identify and close gaps in pupils’ knowledge across subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
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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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