Sowerby Bridge High School

URN: 107563 • Sowerby Bridge HX6 2NW

Overview

Name
Sowerby Bridge High School
URN
107563
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
31.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Charlie Johnson (since 2025) , Executive Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Albert Road, Sowerby Bridge HX6 2NW

Summary

Sowerby Bridge High School is a community secondary school located in Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, with a current enrolment of 662 pupils against a capacity of 1,044. The school serves a mixed-gender population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (30.40%), the school actively works to address the diverse needs of its community.

The curriculum at Sowerby Bridge High School is designed to foster academic achievement while promoting personal development and well-being. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to engage in various extracurricular activities that enhance their learning experience and build essential life skills.

Sowerby Bridge High School prides itself on its strong community ties and strives to create a welcoming atmosphere for all families. The school is dedicated to ensuring that every student feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey, preparing them for future success.

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Key details

LA
Calderdale
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1044
Pupils
662
Boys
334
Girls
328
FSM %
30.40
Open date
Close date
2018-09-30
Last Ofsted
2016-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 662 334 328 1044 30.40
2024-09-11 662 334 328 1044 30.40
2023-09-11 662 334 328 1044 30.40
2022-09-11 662 334 328 1044 30.40
2021-09-11 662 334 328 1044 30.40
2020-09-11 662 334 328 1044 30.40

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