The Crossley Heath School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into The Crossley Heath School

Grammar SchoolWest Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber65 days until registration closesOfsted: Good

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

In-house

Places (Year 7)

180

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

Healthy

About The Crossley Heath School

The Crossley Heath School is a mixed grammar school in Halifax where pupils thrive in a warm, supportive community that brings out the best in young people. Behaviour here is exceptional — pupils are polite, articulate and genuinely respectful of one another, creating a calm atmosphere where academic ambition flourishes. The school places real emphasis on character development, with opportunities for leadership roles and a recent recognition for its mental health support work. Staff know their subjects well and care deeply about the school community, while pupils benefit from strong careers guidance and a culture that celebrates individual achievement alongside academic excellence.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglish

Ages & Pupils

1,141

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 7 March 2023

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Outstanding

Personal Development

Good

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Good

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

74.5

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

98.9%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
1,141 pupilsAbout Average
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1Healthy
Consortium
School's Own

Test Format

Three papers: English, Mathematics, and Creative Writing using FSCE Entrance Test

Admissions

Published Admission Number
180 places
Qualifying Score
Set annually by committee
Out of Catchment
Accepts students from outside catchment area
Catchment Area
NHGS Priority Admissions Area (referenced in policy but details not provided)
Free School Meals
Free Atom Learning access for Pupil Premium students; free tutoring scholarships available

Student Demographics

11.2%

Free School Meals

30.3%

English as Additional Language

0.61%

EHCP

3.16%

SEN Support

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