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Parkinson Lane Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Parkinson Lane Community Primary School is a community primary school in Halifax, Calderdale , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 554 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

554

Pupils

600

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Parkinson Lane Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Parkinson Lane Community Primary School is set by Calderdale and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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 →

Parkinson Lane Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Parkinson Lane, Halifax, HX1 3XL
Local authority
Calderdale
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
34.6% of pupils
DfE URN
107487

Other Primary Schools in Halifax

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Parkinson Lane Community Primary School

Is Parkinson Lane Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Parkinson Lane Community Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 600 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Parkinson Lane Community Primary School?

Admission to Parkinson Lane 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 Parkinson Lane Community Primary School cover?

Parkinson Lane 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 Parkinson Lane Community Primary School?

Parkinson Lane Community Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.