SecondaryData as of May 2026

Park Lane Academy

Park Lane, Exley, Halifax, HX3 9LG

A Requires improvement-rated secondary school in Halifax.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

472

Ages

11-16

FSM

54.0%

Attainment 8

40.7

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Oct 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

40.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

13.1%

Basics 9-5

35.2%

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

23.1%

EBacc APS

3.49

EBacc 9-5

7.7%

EBacc 9-4

14.3%

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Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

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Location & Area

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About Park Lane Academy

Park Lane Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 55 responses), 73% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 40.7. The school has around 472 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Park Lane, Halifax, HX3 9LG | More schools in Calderdale

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2022 — Requires improvement
Mar 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Park Lane Learning Trust)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Park Lane Academy

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Frequently asked questions about Park Lane Academy

What is Park Lane Academy's Ofsted rating?

Park Lane Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What do parents say about Park Lane Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 55 responses): 73% of parents would recommend Park Lane Academy.

What are Park Lane Academy's latest exam results?

Park Lane Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 40.7. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Park Lane Academy located?

Park Lane Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale (HX3 9LG).

How many pupils attend Park Lane Academy?

Park Lane Academy has around 472 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Park Lane Academy with other schools?

View Park Lane 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.