The Mirfield Free Grammar and Sixth Form
URN: 107764 • Mirfield WF14 9EZ
Overview
- Name
- The Mirfield Free Grammar and Sixth Form
- URN
- 107764
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lorraine Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Kitson Hill Road, Mirfield WF14 9EZ
Summary
The Mirfield Free Grammar and Sixth Form, located in Mirfield, Kirklees, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a capacity of 1,360 students. The school is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, personally, and socially. The ethos is centred around developing key character values—Tenacity, Health, Equity, Morality, Flourish, and Generosity—aiming to create well-rounded individuals who can contribute positively to their community.
The curriculum at The Mirfield Free Grammar prioritises Quality First Teaching, ensuring that students receive engaging and creative learning experiences. The school promotes high expectations and excellent standards of behaviour, supported by strong relationships among students, staff, and families.
As part of the Great Heights Academy Trust, the school emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect, striving to provide a nurturing environment that prepares students for lifelong learning and future opportunities. Regular events, such as open evenings, allow parents and prospective students to engage with the school community and explore the educational pathways available.
The curriculum at The Mirfield Free Grammar prioritises Quality First Teaching, ensuring that students receive engaging and creative learning experiences. The school promotes high expectations and excellent standards of behaviour, supported by strong relationships among students, staff, and families.
As part of the Great Heights Academy Trust, the school emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect, striving to provide a nurturing environment that prepares students for lifelong learning and future opportunities. Regular events, such as open evenings, allow parents and prospective students to engage with the school community and explore the educational pathways available.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Mirfield Free Grammar (61.1)
- Castle Hall Academy (55.6)
- Castle Hall School: A Specialist Language College (45.2)
- Castle Hall Academy (34.8)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1360
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1360 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1360 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1360 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1360 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1360 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1360 |
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