The Crossley Heath School
Halifax, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · HX3 0HG
A selective grammar school in Halifax, Crossley Heath draws academically able pupils from across Calderdale through the area's shared grammar school consortium. With around 1,141 pupils against a capacity of 1,160, the school is large and close to full. Ofsted rated it Good overall at its most recent inspection, singling out behaviour as Outstanding. Almost a third of pupils speak English as an additional language, reflecting a diverse intake.
1,141
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,141
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.1
- Location
- Halifax, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber
- Website
- http://www.crossleyheath.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Calderdale grammar schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Application deadlineNext
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
74.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
99%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results here sit well above the national picture: an average Attainment 8 of 74.5 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 99% of pupils gain grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted judged the quality of education Good, including in the sixth form. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 18.1, this is a school where strong outcomes are the norm.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 3.16%
- EHC plans
- 0.61%
- English as additional language
- 30.3%
- Free school meals
- 11.2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 3 July 2023
The last word
A high-performing Calderdale grammar where exceptional results meet genuinely outstanding behaviour. Families will need to navigate competitive 11+ entry via the consortium's GL Assessment tests.
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The Crossley Heath School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Crossley Heath School located?
The Crossley Heath School is located at Savile Park, Halifax, HX3 0HG.
What type of school is The Crossley Heath School?
The Crossley Heath School is a state grammar school in Yorkshire and the Humber.
What subjects does The Crossley Heath School test in the 11+?
The Crossley Heath School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does The Crossley Heath School use for the 11+?
The Crossley Heath School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
How do I apply to The Crossley Heath School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are The Crossley Heath School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, The Crossley Heath School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does The Crossley Heath School belong to?
The Crossley Heath School is part of the Calderdale grammar schools consortium.
How many places does The Crossley Heath School offer?
The Crossley Heath School has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend The Crossley Heath School?
The Crossley Heath School has approximately 1,141 pupils on roll.
What is The Crossley Heath School's Ofsted rating?
The Crossley Heath School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 3 July 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.