The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.9
3.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
41%
0.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
58%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.24
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 214 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
31% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher.
Staff breakdown
Plus 87 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,371
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 30.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- Trust
- BATLEY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Gary Kibble (Co-Heads)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Windmill Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 0LD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWindmill CofE (VC) Primary School
Primary · Very close
Batley Grammar School
All-through · Grammar · 1.1km away
Becker School
Independent · 1.2km away
Carlinghow Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Fieldhead Primary Academy
Primary · 1.4km away
Upper Batley High School
Secondary · 1.5km away
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Batley Girls' High School a selective school?
No. Batley Girls' High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Batley Girls' High School's Ofsted rating?
Batley Girls' High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Batley Girls' High School?
Batley Girls' High School currently has 1,371 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Batley Girls' High School take?
Batley Girls' High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Batley Girls' High School?
Batley Girls' High School is in Batley, WF17 0LD, in the Kirklees local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Batley Girls' High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Batley Girls' High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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