The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 16.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
16.0
27.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
9%
32.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
1% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 188
- Capacity
- 57%
Governance
- Local authority
- Calderdale
- Head
- Mr Yawar Mubarak
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Lister Lane, Halifax, HX1 5JL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCalderdale College
16 plus · Very close
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
Primary · 431m away
St Augustine's CofE School
Primary · 528m away
Parkinson Lane Community Primary School
Primary · 530m away
Beech Hill School
Primary · 682m away
Savile Park Primary School
Primary · 868m away
Mount Pellon Primary Academy
Primary · 924m away
The Crossley Heath School
Secondary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Beacon Lights Schools's Ofsted rating?
Beacon Lights Schools was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Beacon Lights Schools?
Beacon Lights Schools currently has 188 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Beacon Lights Schools take?
Beacon Lights Schools caters for pupils aged 4 to 16.
Where is Beacon Lights Schools?
Beacon Lights Schools is in Halifax, HX1 5JL, in the Calderdale local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Beacon Lights Schools have a sixth form?
No, Beacon Lights Schools does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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