Highbury School

URN: 107591 • Brighouse HD6 3LD

Overview

Name
Highbury School
URN
107591
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
67.7 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Debbie Sweet (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01484716319
Website
Visit
Address
Lower Edge Road, Brighouse HD6 3LD

Summary

Highbury School is a community special school located in Brighouse, Calderdale, catering to 154 mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11 with complex special educational needs and disabilities. The school operates under a philosophy that values each child's unique needs, skills, and talents, fostering an environment where every child can reach their potential. Admissions are determined through assessments in collaboration with the Local Authority's SEN team.

The curriculum at Highbury is tailored to provide specialist education, focusing on individual learning pathways that promote self-help, independence, and safeguarding. The school offers various facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, sensory room, and outdoor provisions, designed to enhance the learning experience and support the diverse needs of its pupils.

Highbury School is committed to creating a supportive community, encouraging parental involvement and feedback. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision to inspire children and families, ensuring that every child can shine during their time at Highbury. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website.

Key details

LA
Calderdale
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
154
Boys
104
Girls
50
FSM %
39.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-10-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 154 104 50 39.60
2024-09-11 136 96 40 28.70
2023-09-11 105 71 34 50.50
2022-09-11 105 71 34 50.50
2021-09-11 101 68 33 53.50
2020-09-11 96 60 36 52.10

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login