The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 68.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
68.5
24.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
91%
49.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
55%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.14
Band 2Source: 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
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 179 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 87 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,199
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 5.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Calderdale
- Trust
- THE NORTH HALIFAX GRAMMAR SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Desmond Deehan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 9SU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Whitley AP Academy
Academy · Very close
Trinity Academy Halifax
Secondary · 506m away
Abbey Park Academy
Primary · 869m away
Moorside Community Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Bradshaw Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
Dean Field Community Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Ash Green Community Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is The North Halifax Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. The North Halifax Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is The North Halifax Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
The North Halifax Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The North Halifax Grammar School?
The North Halifax Grammar School currently has 1,199 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The North Halifax Grammar School take?
The North Halifax Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The North Halifax Grammar School?
The North Halifax Grammar School is in Halifax, HX2 9SU, in the Calderdale local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The North Halifax Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, The North Halifax Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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