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Lightcliffe Academy, Halifax
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Lightcliffe Academy

Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax, HX3 8TL

A Good-rated secondary school in Halifax.

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
820
Ages
11-16
FSM
31.7%
Attainment 8
38.3
Ofsted
Good
Sept 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
38.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
6.8%
Basics 9-5
24.6%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
20.6%
EBacc APS
3.15
EBacc 9-5
4.0%
EBacc 9-4
8.0%
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About Lightcliffe Academy

Lightcliffe Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 79 responses), 66% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.3. The school has around 820 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Stoney Lane, Halifax, HX3 8TL | More schools in Calderdale

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lightcliffe Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Sept 2024 — Good
  2. Mar 2022 — Requires improvement
  3. Nov 2021 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  4. Jun 2021 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  5. Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  6. Feb 2020 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  7. Oct 2019 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  8. Nov 2018 — Inadequate

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Lightcliffe Academy

What is Lightcliffe Academy's Ofsted rating?
Lightcliffe Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Lightcliffe Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 79 responses): 66% of parents would recommend Lightcliffe Academy.
What are Lightcliffe Academy's latest exam results?
Lightcliffe Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 38.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Lightcliffe Academy located?
Lightcliffe Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale (HX3 8TL).
How many pupils attend Lightcliffe Academy?
Lightcliffe Academy has around 820 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Lightcliffe Academy with other schools?
View Lightcliffe Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Calderdale.