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The Halifax Academy

Gibbet Street, Halifax, HX2 0BA

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Pupils
1,451
Ages
4-16
FSM
37.5%
Attainment 8
44.1
Ofsted
Good
Jun 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
75.0%
Writing
70.0%
Maths
65.0%
RWM Combined
58.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
24.3%
Basics 9-5
32.2%

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
15.1%
EBacc APS
3.53
EBacc 9-5
8.3%
EBacc 9-4
13.2%
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About The Halifax Academy

The Halifax Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.1. The school has around 1,451 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Gibbet Street, Halifax, HX2 0BA | More schools in Calderdale

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jun 2023 — Good
  2. Sept 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Halifax Academy

What is The Halifax Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Halifax Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are The Halifax Academy's latest exam results?
The Halifax Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Halifax Academy located?
The Halifax Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale (HX2 0BA).
How many pupils attend The Halifax Academy?
The Halifax Academy has around 1,451 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Halifax Academy with other schools?
View The Halifax 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.