VOLUNTARY AIDED SCHOOL · PRIMARY · MIXED
Barkisland CofE VA Primary School
Goodgraded 19/11/2019Ages 4–11193 pupilsChurch of England
Barkisland CofE VA Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Halifax, within the Calderdale local authority. It has a Church of England religious character. The school has around 193 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 19/11/2019, Barkisland CofE VA Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Halifax can view Barkisland CofE VA Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 19/11/2019
Attendance & staffing
Attendance96.5%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence3.5%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher24.4England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals4.1%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.0%England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Halifax
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