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Dean Field Community Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Dean Field Community Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Halifax, Calderdale , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 221 pupils, and a capacity of 262 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

221

Pupils

262

Capacity

84%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Dean Field Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dean Field Community Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Calderdale. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Calderdale before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Calderdale catchment area documents →

Dean Field Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cousin Lane, Ovenden, Halifax, HX2 8DQ
Local authority
Calderdale
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
53.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145400

Other Primary Schools in Halifax

If Dean Field Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Halifax are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dean Field Community Primary School

Is Dean Field Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Dean Field Community Primary School has a capacity of 262 places and currently has 221 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Calderdale.

What is the admissions policy for Dean Field Community Primary School?

Admission to Dean Field Community Primary School is managed by Calderdale. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Dean Field Community Primary School cover?

Dean Field Community Primary School is a primary school in Halifax, Calderdale, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Dean Field Community Primary School?

Dean Field Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.