St John's (CofE) Primary Academy, Clifton
Brighouse, HD6 4HP · Calderdale · primary school
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5th 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 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.8/10 among them, against 8.4/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 62% | 5.28 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's (CofE) Primary Academy, Clifton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.8 out of 10 among them, against 8.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to full capacity?
What Ofsted said about St John's (CofE) Primary Academy, Clifton
Overview
Pupils feel part of a "warm, welcoming" community where they are "highly respectful" and enjoy "excellent relationships with staff." The school offers an "ambitious" curriculum that interests learners, with "personal development" judged as outstanding due to pupils being "exceptionally well prepared for life in modern, diverse Britain."
Strengths
- A "rigorous approach to teaching phonics" ensures almost all pupils make strong progress in reading.
- The needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "securely identified and well met."
- Children in the early years are "creative and curious learners" who are "well prepared for key stage 1."
- Pupils demonstrate "deep understanding" of concepts such as democracy and the rule of law.
- Staff well-being is valued, and parents are "overwhelmingly positive" about the school.
Areas to improve
- Trustees must develop systems to "hold leaders to account for the quality of education" and help set strategic direction.
- Mathematics activities should more routinely encourage pupils to "reason and problem-solve" soon enough.
- Teachers need to identify and address "knowledge gaps and misconceptions" more quickly to aid curriculum progression.
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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