Compare The Crossley Heath School and The North Halifax Grammar School and Trinity Academy Halifax

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Crossley Heath School (Secondary) in Halifax; The North Halifax Grammar School (Secondary) in Halifax; Trinity Academy Halifax (Secondary) in Halifax — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Crossley Heath School, The North Halifax Grammar School and Trinity Academy Halifax. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Halifax, West Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Trinity Academy Halifax), published Nov 2023. The lowest is 2 (The Crossley Heath School), published Sep 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for The North Halifax Grammar School (Dec 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,300, combined total ≈ 3,950, typical FSM 15–20%, range 5–10%–35–40%; all within the Trinity Multi Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	The Crossley Heath School HX3 0HG	The North Halifax Grammar School HX2 9SU	Trinity Academy Halifax HX2 9TZ
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 0HG	Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9SU	Halifax West Yorkshire HX2 9TZ
Latest Ofsted	2 25 Sep 2023	2 17 Dec 2023	1 21 Nov 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1160	1250	1650
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Calderdale (381)	Calderdale (381)	Trinity Multi Academy Trust
Website	www.crossleyheath.org.uk	www.nhgs.co.uk	halifax.trinitymat.org
Telephone	01422360272	01422244625	01422244890
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Crossley Heath School

HX3 0HG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX3 0HG
Ofsted: 2 25 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Calderdale (381)
Website: www.crossleyheath.org.uk
Telephone: 01422360272

The North Halifax Grammar School

HX2 9SU

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX2 9SU
Ofsted: 2 17 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Calderdale (381)
Website: www.nhgs.co.uk
Telephone: 01422244625

Trinity Academy Halifax

HX2 9TZ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX2 9TZ
Ofsted: 1 21 Nov 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Trinity Multi Academy Trust
Website: halifax.trinitymat.org
Telephone: 01422244890

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.