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Heckmondwike Grammar School
Goodgraded 05/04/2022Ages 11–181,468 pupilsFaithNone
Heckmondwike Grammar School is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in Heckmondwike, within the Kirklees local authority. The school has around 1,468 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 05/04/2022, Heckmondwike Grammar School was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show above-average progress (a Progress 8 score of +1), an average Attainment 8 score of 78.5 and 99% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Heckmondwike can view Heckmondwike Grammar School's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesOutstanding
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 05/04/2022. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points5 strengths · 1 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Progress 8
Value added
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Above average
Attainment 880.2
England avg 45.1 · was 78.5 in 2023/24
Progress 8+1
Grade 5+ English & maths100%
England avg 45% · was 99% in 2023/24
Grade 4+ English & maths100%
England avg 65% · was 100% in 2023/24
EBacc entry35%
England avg 39%
EBacc average point score6.92
England avg 4.03
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelBelow average
A-level grade (point score)B
APS per entry 39.2
A-level grade (best 3)B
APS best 3: 38.6
AAB or better26%
Retention98%
Value added-0.19
Below average · 95% CI -0.3 to -0.1
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake6.2%
Free school meals6.2%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language23.2%
England avg 18.3%
Places filled89%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing96.3%
Attendance96.3%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher18.3
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence5.3%
England avg 25.8%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Heckmondwike
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