Rastrick High School

URN: 137444 • Brighouse HD6 3XB

Overview

Name
Rastrick High School
URN
137444
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
POLARIS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mathew Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01484710235
Website
Visit
Address
Field Top Road, Brighouse HD6 3XB

Summary

Rastrick High School, located in Brighouse, Calderdale, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,780 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,750. The school is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, encouraging students to strive for success across both academic and enrichment activities. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of effort and progress, ensuring that every student is supported in their individual journey.

The curriculum at Rastrick High School is designed to promote not only academic achievement but also personal development. Students are encouraged to engage in a variety of experiences, including tutorials and assemblies, which contribute to their growth as confident individuals and responsible citizens. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and aims to create an inclusive environment where all students feel valued.

With 21.2% of students eligible for free school meals, Rastrick High School is dedicated to providing support to all its pupils, ensuring that they have access to the resources and opportunities necessary for their success. The school actively seeks to challenge and inspire students, preparing them for future challenges both in and out of the classroom.

Key details

LA
Calderdale
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
POLARIS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1750
Pupils
1780
Boys
882
Girls
898
FSM %
21.20
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1780 882 898 1750 21.20
2024-09-11 1776 899 877 1750 19.20
2023-09-11 1673 843 830 1750 18.50
2022-09-11 1673 843 830 1750 18.50
2021-09-11 1612 796 816 1750 18.60
2020-09-11 1521 731 790 1750 17.90

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