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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are learning well and catching up on lost learning quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is calm and focused, with very rare disruptions.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Those with potential barriers receive necessary support to learn effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Professional development for all staff roles is exceptional.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Assessment indicates gaps; extra teaching time was allocated to Maths and English.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teams are empowered and supported to make improvements in their areas.
Communication with Parents: School communicates regularly and seeks parent feedback through various channels.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can share views via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work closely with the community and make decisions in pupils' best interest.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Introduction of phase-readiness checks supports pupils' next learning phases.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Little bullying occurs; reported cases are promptly addressed.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils鈥� behaviour is calm and focused, with rare disruptions.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Comprehensive weekly meetings ensure pupils鈥� needs are met.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of clubs and societies, including a British Sign Language club.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils in post-16 education are increasingly successful.
Support for SEND: Effective collaboration ensures SEND pupils receive appropriate support.
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About Us
The Halifax Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1449 students from age 4-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 32% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Halifax Academy is a 4-to-16-year-old institution that enjoys great esteem in our neighbourhood and is frequently oversubscribed.
We are passionate about collaborating with other schools and organisations to increase young people's social mobility and life opportunities.
In order to provide continuity of support and positive, seamless transitions for students at the school, we also have strong connections with both feeder primary and post-16 services.
Due to upholding our ideals and the long-standing house structure, we have a strong family spirit and sense of belonging.
Our curriculum is extensive and well-rounded, allowing students the chance to grow in knowledge and proficiency across a range of topics and activities.
One key aspect of academic life is enrichment.
We value our teaching team on par with our pupils, and we are pleased to have upheld the Investors in People Gold standard since 2012.
Our innovative and developing approach for enhancing teaching, learning, and leadership make use of coaching, research, and evidence-based inquiry to make sure we are consistently improving our profession.
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We are passionate about collaborating with other schools and organisations to increase young people's social mobility and life opportunities.
In order to provide continuity of support and positive, seamless transitions for students at the school, we also have strong connections with both feeder primary and post-16 services.
Due to upholding our ideals and the long-standing house structure, we have a strong family spirit and sense of belonging.
Our curriculum is extensive and well-rounded, allowing students the chance to grow in knowledge and proficiency across a range of topics and activities.
One key aspect of academic life is enrichment.
We value our teaching team on par with our pupils, and we are pleased to have upheld the Investors in People Gold standard since 2012.
Our innovative and developing approach for enhancing teaching, learning, and leadership make use of coaching, research, and evidence-based inquiry to make sure we are consistently improving our profession.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-16 | 4-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.7 | - |
| Proficient Math | 101 | - |
| Proficient Read | 103 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 102 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 52% | 58.91% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 5.96% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 61.72% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.51% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 59.37% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.83% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 99 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 59.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.43% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.30 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% | 25.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 34.13% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 37% | 16.92% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 8.5% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 11.79% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.69 | 2.22 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 93.15% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 195 | 173 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 25.92% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 29.38% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 18.08% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.31% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.46% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.77% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.79 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 29.23% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 39.55% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 16% | 16.05% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.91% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.63 | 2.53 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 93.92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 89.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 31% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 31.46% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 17.15% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.46% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 2.46% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.62% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.49 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% 3 | 30.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 7 | 41.95% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 24% | 19% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 3 | 12.11% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 3 | 15.42% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.96 | 2.51 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 94.64% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 26.27% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 35.82% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 13.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.73% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 5.27% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.73% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.31 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 43.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% 1 | 29.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 7 | 42.16% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 20% | 20.26% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 11.79% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 6 | 15.42% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 2.52 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 87.82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 162 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 82.64% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 15.82% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 43.73% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 10.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.41 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% | 36.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 49.8% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 20% | 25.33% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 19.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 21.2% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 87.18% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 165 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.91% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 18.45% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 42.73% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.27% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.27% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 5.36% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.55% | 2.45% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Halifax Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1