The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 42.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
42.4
1.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
34%
7.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
30%
Source: 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
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
76%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
10%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
8%
Based on 262 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% 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, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 107 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,440
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 24.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- Trust
- GREAT HEIGHTS ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Steve Dixon
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD7 5SP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLinthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School
Primary · Very close
Linthwaite Clough Primary School
Primary · 738m away
Woodside Green, A Share Primary Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
Golcar Junior Infant and Nursery School
Primary · 1.8km away
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
Primary · 2.0km away
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
Primary · 2.3km away
Helme Church of England Academy
Primary · 2.3km away
Moor End Technology College
Secondary · 2.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Colne Valley High School a selective school?
No. Colne Valley High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Colne Valley High School's Ofsted rating?
Colne Valley High School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Colne Valley High School?
Colne Valley High School currently has 1,440 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Colne Valley High School take?
Colne Valley High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 16. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Colne Valley High School?
Colne Valley High School is in Huddersfield, HD7 5SP, in the Kirklees local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Colne Valley High School have a sixth form?
No, Colne Valley High School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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