Whitcliffe Mount School

URN: 107780 • Cleckheaton BD19 3AQ

Overview

Name
Whitcliffe Mount School
URN
107780
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Templar (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Turnsteads Avenue, Cleckheaton BD19 3AQ

Summary

Whitcliffe Mount School, located in Cleckheaton, is a mixed voluntary controlled secondary school that currently serves 1,246 students, with a capacity of 1,250. The school is part of the SHARE Academy Trust and is committed to transforming education by raising aspirations and providing a safe, nurturing environment. The school aims to support students in developing the knowledge and skills necessary for success in their future endeavours.

The curriculum at Whitcliffe Mount is designed to be ambitious and engaging, ensuring that students enjoy their learning while achieving their personal best. The school emphasizes the importance of character development and British values, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among its students.

Whitcliffe Mount also prioritizes inclusivity and support, with dedicated staff, including a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo), to assist students with diverse needs. The school encourages parental involvement in the admissions process and offers guidance for both standard and in-year admissions through the Kirklees Portal.

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Key details

LA
Kirklees
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1250
Pupils
1246
Boys
653
Girls
593
FSM %
26.20
Open date
Close date
2022-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-09-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1246 653 593 1250 26.20
2024-09-11 1246 653 593 1250 26.20
2023-09-11 1246 653 593 1250 26.20
2022-09-11 1246 653 593 1250 26.20
2021-09-11 1250 633 617 1250 25.80
2020-09-11 1253 632 621 1250 23.70

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