West Vale Academy
URN: 145571 • Halifax HX4 8LS
Overview
- Name
- West Vale Academy
- URN
- 145571
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- GREAT HEIGHTS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Crowther (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01422372804
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Stainland Road, Halifax HX4 8LS
Summary
West Vale Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Halifax, Calderdale, with a current enrolment of 84 pupils and a capacity of 182. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2022 and boasts strong academic performance, with Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 SATs results above national averages. The academy prioritises literacy, achieving a 92% phonics screening check in Year 1, and offers small class sizes to ensure personalised attention for each child.
The ethos of West Vale Academy centres around its core values of Honesty, Resilience, Endeavour, Courage, Kindness, and Curiosity. The school fosters a supportive environment where strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families are encouraged. This community-focused approach helps children thrive both academically and personally, aligning with the school's motto of "Care, share, discover and learn."
In addition to a robust curriculum, West Vale Academy provides before and after school club options, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. The school invites prospective families to tour the facilities and learn more about the supportive and nurturing environment it offers.
The ethos of West Vale Academy centres around its core values of Honesty, Resilience, Endeavour, Courage, Kindness, and Curiosity. The school fosters a supportive environment where strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families are encouraged. This community-focused approach helps children thrive both academically and personally, aligning with the school's motto of "Care, share, discover and learn."
In addition to a robust curriculum, West Vale Academy provides before and after school club options, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. The school invites prospective families to tour the facilities and learn more about the supportive and nurturing environment it offers.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- A letter from our Governors (governance)
- Our SEND Offer (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Parent Events (calendar)
- Our Ofsted report (download)
- Our letter to parents (download)
- TERMS AND CONDITIONS, COOKIES AND PRIVACY POLICY (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northowram Primary School (77.1)
- All Saints' CofE Primary School (73.9)
- The Greetland Academy (73.4)
- Parkinson Lane Community Primary School (72.6)
- Copley Primary School (72.2)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- GREAT HEIGHTS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 182
- Pupils
- 84
- Boys
- 38
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 46.40
- Open date
- 2018-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 84 | 38 | 46 | 182 | 46.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 98 | 44 | 54 | 182 | 40.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 140 | 71 | 69 | 182 | 42.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 140 | 71 | 69 | 182 | 42.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 152 | 77 | 75 | 182 | 38.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 158 | 81 | 77 | 182 | 30.40 |
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