Upper Batley High School

URN: 107767 • Batley WF17 0BJ

Overview

Name
Upper Batley High School
URN
107767
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Vickers (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Blenheim Drive, Batley WF17 0BJ

Summary

Upper Batley High School is a community secondary school for boys located in Batley, Kirklees, with a capacity of 879 students. The school prioritises a culture of self-development, aiming to help all learners reach their potential through a supportive and inclusive environment. The leadership team is dedicated to providing high-quality education, fostering resilience, and encouraging students to take charge of their own learning journeys.

The curriculum at Upper Batley High School is broad and balanced, designed to cater to diverse learning needs and backgrounds. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs in archery, futsal, and technology, which enhance students' educational experiences. Additionally, the school promotes universal human values such as respect, equality, and democracy, ensuring that every student develops into a respectful and forward-thinking individual.

Upper Batley High School is committed to supporting the local community and believes in the importance of improving life chances for young people. The school welcomes learners from various backgrounds, including those with special educational needs, and strives to provide a nurturing environment where all students can thrive academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
879
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2016-03-31
Last Ofsted
2015-12-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 879
2024-09-11 879
2023-09-11 879
2022-09-11 879
2021-09-11 879
2020-09-11 879

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