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Batley Grammar School

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Batley Grammar School

Carlinghow Hill, Batley, WF17 0AD

Free schools · Ages 3–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Nov 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

45.4school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
80.0%
Writing
83.0%
Maths
90.0%
RWM Combined
77.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
45.4
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
17.1%
Basics 9-5
42.4%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

45.4

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2343.846.4
2023/2445.146.4
2024/2545.446.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23-0.230.00
2023/24-0.220.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
15.8%
EBacc APS
3.84
EBacc 9-5
8.2%
EBacc 9-4
12.0%
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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Upper Batley High School
0.42 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good
Reach Academy
0.72 km away · Academy alternative provision converter
Good
Cambridge Street School
1.11 km away · Other independent school
Batley Girls' High School
1.14 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Fairfield School
1.54 km away · Foundation special school
Good

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About Batley Grammar School

Batley Grammar School is a secondary school in Batley, Kirklees. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 88 responses), 65% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.4. The school has around 998 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Carlinghow Hill, Batley, WF17 0AD | More schools in Kirklees

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Batley Grammar School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2024 — Good
  2. Jan 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Batley Grammar School

What is Batley Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Batley Grammar School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Batley Grammar School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 88 responses): 65% of parents would recommend Batley Grammar School.
What are Batley Grammar School's latest exam results?
Batley Grammar School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.4. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Batley Grammar School located?
Batley Grammar School is a secondary school in Batley, Kirklees (WF17 0AD).
How many pupils attend Batley Grammar School?
Batley Grammar School has around 998 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Batley Grammar School with other schools?
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