Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School — Primary School in Elland

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Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School

Elland, HX5 0BB

145 Pupils

236 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

61.80% FSM %

85 Boys

60 Girls

About Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Elland, Calderdale, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 145 pupils on roll. School capacity: 236. Current headteacher: L Hartley.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Calderdale
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber
Administrative District	Calderdale
Parliamentary Constituency	Calder Valley
Ward	Elland
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10075959
URN	107550
Data Last Updated	18-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Helen Langley	Chair of Governors	26/09/2019	30/09/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Helen Langley	Chair of Governors	25/09/2025	24/09/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Charles Brickdale	Governor	01/09/2024	31/08/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Miss Louise Hartley	Governor	01/05/2000	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Lynn Lynch	Governor	01/09/2018	18/09/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Des Martin	Governor	29/11/2018	28/11/2026	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Miss Tara Melanophy	Governor	01/09/2023	31/08/2027	Elected by school staff
Mr Paul Schofield	Governor	01/09/2023	31/08/2027	Elected by parents
Ms Helen Smith	Governor	01/09/2019	31/08/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Chris Wightman	Governor	23/09/2024	22/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Compass Community School North

0.37 km • West Yorkshire

Other

Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School

0.77 km • Elland

Other

The Brooksbank School

0.8 km • Elland

Other

West Vale Academy

0.97 km • Halifax

Other

St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

0.99 km • Elland

Other

Old Earth Primary School

1.41 km • Elland

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School?

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Elland, Calderdale.

How many pupils does Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School have?

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School has 145 pupils, with a capacity of 236.

What is the age range at Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School?

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School a faith school?

Yes, Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School?

The Headteacher at Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is Miss L Hartley.

Where is Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School located?

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is at Westgate, Elland, HX5 0BB, in the Calderdale local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

Does Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School currently open?

Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss L Hartley

Westgate, Elland, HX5 0BB

01422373159

www.elland.calderdale.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 107550

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026