The Crossley Heath School
Halifax, HX3 0HG · Calderdale · Grammar school
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1st of 13 secondary schools in Calderdale we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 528 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2/10 among them, against 9.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 96.6 · 98 | 30% | 2.93 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.49 · 83 | 25% | 2.08 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 73.2 · 98 | 10% | 0.97 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Crossley Heath School overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted, last inspected in 2023-09. In 2024/25, 98.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 74.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.49 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.4 out of 10 among them, against 9.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Baking, Computing, Languages, and Debate clubs, play Rugby, Netball, or Football, and learn Piano, Woodwind, Brass, Strings, Vocal, Guitar, or Drums. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,179 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,160. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to maintain the high attainment levels seen in recent data? What specific support is available for students joining the music or sports programmes?
What Ofsted said about The Crossley Heath School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils exhibit "exemplary" behaviour and feel "valued" in a "kind and supportive environment." Leaders have established an "ambitious curriculum" with high expectations, resulting in a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" where students are proud to attend.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, interacting with others in a "warm and considerate manner" and showing respect for peers and teachers.
- Staff possess "strong subject knowledge" and provide "clear explanations," helping pupils make links between new learning and prior knowledge.
- Reading has a "high profile," with well-trained staff providing extra support for early readers and those speaking English as an additional language.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from "high-quality education" and targeted support.
- The curriculum effectively supports social, moral, spiritual and cultural development, including recognition for mental health work via the Carnegie Bronze Award.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders lack a "clear picture" of how well pupils are following the intended curriculum in some areas, limiting their ability to identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Variation in assessment use means some gaps in pupils’ knowledge are not identified, causing some pupils to struggle connecting new learning with previous teaching.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff well-trained to record concerns and work with external partners to support pupil welfare.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 72.6 |
| 2024/25 | 74.5 |
| 2025/26 | 73.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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