Wood Bank School

URN: 107590 • Halifax HX2 6PB

Overview

Name
Wood Bank School
URN
107590
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jenna Port (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01422884170
Website
Visit
Address
Dene View, Halifax HX2 6PB

Summary

Wood Bank School is a community special school located in Halifax, Calderdale, catering to 140 pupils aged 4-11 with a range of complex special educational needs and disabilities. The school operates with a capacity of 70 and is committed to fostering personal development, academic achievement, and independence among its students, guided by the ethos, "From strong roots we grow and blossom."

The school offers a tailored curriculum through four bespoke pathways: Discover, Develop, Engage, and Explore. This approach ensures that each pupil's learning journey is personalised and needs-based, allowing for diverse development opportunities. With a dedicated team of over 100 staff, Wood Bank prioritises the growth and wellbeing of both students and educators, aligning its development strategies with the needs of the community.

Wood Bank School promotes an inclusive environment where families are encouraged to participate in school events, such as the upcoming Open Evening on 5th November 2025. This event provides an opportunity for prospective families to learn more about the school's resources and curriculum, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration.

Key details

LA
Calderdale
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
140
Boys
109
Girls
31
FSM %
52.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 140 109 31 70 52.90
2024-09-11 122 95 27 70 49.20
2023-09-11 109 81 28 113 46.80
2022-09-11 109 81 28 111 46.80
2021-09-11 91 66 25 80 46.20
2020-09-11 76 58 18 80 35.50

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