What is the best primary school in Halifax?

On our composite score, Parkinson Lane Community Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Halifax, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Halifax?

There are 42 primary schools in Halifax with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Halifax ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Halifax?

Applications for Reception places in Halifax starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Halifax

Compare 42 top-rated primary schools in Halifax, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Parkinson Lane Community Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Parkinson Lane Community Primary School vs Bowling Green Academy

The best primary schools in Halifax

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Parkinson Lane Community Primary School

Bowling Green Academy

Luddendenfoot Academy

Wainstalls School

The Greetland Academy

Beech Hill School

Warley Road Primary Academy

Dean Field Community Primary School

West Vale Academy

Salterhebble Junior and Infant School

Mount Pellon Primary Academy

St Mary's CofE (VC) J and I School

Northowram Primary School

Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School

Copley Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy

All Saints' CofE Primary School

Bradshaw Primary School

Withinfields Primary School

Abbey Park Academy

Ash Green Community Primary School

Trinity Academy Akroydon

Salterlee Primary School

Trinity Academy Whitehill

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