Todmorden CofE J, I & N School
Todmorden, OL14 7BS · Calderdale · primary school
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57th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.1/10 against 2,594 of them, against 2.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| 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.
Todmorden CofE J, I & N School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 237 pupils against a stated capacity of 249. 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 steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard? How accessible are the breakfast and after-school clubs for families with varying schedules?
What Ofsted said about Todmorden CofE J, I & N School
Overview
Todmorden CofE J, I & N School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy their education and rise to high expectations. Leaders provide a broad, ambitious curriculum with strong sequencing in core subjects, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, are challenged to achieve their potential. The school fosters a respectful, inclusive community where bullying is rare and pupils take pride in their leadership roles and charitable activities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with well-sequenced learning in Years 1 to 6 that helps pupils build on prior knowledge.
- Reading is a high priority; teachers read for enjoyment daily, and beginner readers use books that closely match their phonic knowledge.
- Pupils are "well-behaved and polite," demonstrating a "highly developed sense of fairness" and respect for others.
- Children in the early years get off to a "flying start" in reading and mathematics, securing strong building blocks for future learning.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff well-trained to identify risks and pupils trusting adults to help them.
Areas to improve
- Leaders have not identified key knowledge for science and foundation subjects in the early years, meaning curriculum progression in these areas is not as strong as in core subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to keep children safe and leaders acting swiftly to provide support when needed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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