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West Vale Academy

West Vale Academy, Halifax
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West Vale Academy

Stainland Road, West Vale, Halifax, HX4 8LS

A Good-rated primary school in Halifax where 82% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
84
Ages
4-11
FSM
46.4%
Capacity
182
Ofsted
Good
Jun 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
82.0%
Writing
88.0%
Maths
88.0%
RWM Combined
82.0%

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About West Vale Academy

West Vale Academy is a primary school in Halifax, Calderdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 82% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 84 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Stainland Road, Halifax, HX4 8LS | More schools in Calderdale

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2025 — 2024+ framework
  2. Jun 2022 — Good
  3. Mar 2017 — Inadequate (predecessor: West Vale Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about West Vale Academy

What is West Vale Academy's Ofsted rating?
West Vale Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are West Vale Academy's latest exam results?
West Vale Academy: KS2 2024/25: 82% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is West Vale Academy located?
West Vale Academy is a primary school in Halifax, Calderdale (HX4 8LS).
How many pupils attend West Vale Academy?
West Vale Academy has around 84 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare West Vale Academy with other schools?
View West Vale 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.