The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form
URN: 107589 • Brighouse HD6 3JW
Overview
- Name
- The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form
- URN
- 107589
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Ackroyd (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01484710123
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Boothroyd, Brighouse HD6 3JW
Summary
The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form, located in Brighouse, Calderdale, is a non-maintained special school for boys aged 5-19, catering to those with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The school operates under The Smith Foundation, which has a long history of providing care and education since its establishment in 1916. The ethos of the school is grounded in a trauma-informed approach, prioritising safety, trust, and meaningful connections to support students in overcoming their difficulties.
The school offers a 24-hour integrated curriculum that includes day and residential education, with a focus on sensory strategies and exceptional therapeutic services. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding' in all areas, the school is committed to improving the quality of life for its students and fostering emotional well-being.
In addition to its educational offerings, the school serves as a national and international centre of excellence in the SEN sector, actively engaging in community support and professional development. The William Henry Smith School aims to create a nurturing environment where both students and staff can thrive.
The school offers a 24-hour integrated curriculum that includes day and residential education, with a focus on sensory strategies and exceptional therapeutic services. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding' in all areas, the school is committed to improving the quality of life for its students and fostering emotional well-being.
In addition to its educational offerings, the school serves as a national and international centre of excellence in the SEN sector, actively engaging in community support and professional development. The William Henry Smith School aims to create a nurturing environment where both students and staff can thrive.
Useful links
- Parent View (other)
- The Smith Foundation (other)
- View the prospectus (other)
- Our current vacancies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Highbury School (67.7)
- Mill Cottage Montessori School (54.2)
- Rastrick Independent School (49.3)
- Hillside Special School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 5 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 87
- Pupils
- 88
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 45.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 88 | 88 | 0 | 87 | 45.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 87 | 87 | 0 | 87 | 57.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 72 | 72 | 0 | 87 | 67.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 72 | 72 | 0 | 83 | 67.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 72 | 72 | 0 | 80 | 62.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 70 | 70 | 0 | 75 | 70.80 |
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