Honley High School
URN: 146906 • Holmfirth HD9 6QJ
Overview
- Name
- Honley High School
- URN
- 146906
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Lord (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01484506484
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Holmfirth HD9 6QJ
Summary
Honley High School, located in Holmfirth, Kirklees, is a mixed secondary academy with a strong commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. Established in 1932, the school has evolved from its origins as a grammar school to provide a modern curriculum that blends traditional academic disciplines with innovative learning opportunities. This approach prepares students for the complexities of contemporary society.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where dedicated staff encourage students to reach their full potential. With a current enrolment of 1,289 pupils, Honley High School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, helping students develop new skills and form lasting friendships.
Honley High School is deeply embedded in its community, aiming to cultivate a love of learning and a spirit of curiosity among its students. The school maintains high standards and expectations, ensuring that each student is well-equipped to make a positive impact in the world.
The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where dedicated staff encourage students to reach their full potential. With a current enrolment of 1,289 pupils, Honley High School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, helping students develop new skills and form lasting friendships.
Honley High School is deeply embedded in its community, aiming to cultivate a love of learning and a spirit of curiosity among its students. The school maintains high standards and expectations, ensuring that each student is well-equipped to make a positive impact in the world.
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Nearby alternatives
- Holmfirth High School (77.3)
- Honley High School (67.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1285
- Pupils
- 1289
- Boys
- 633
- Girls
- 656
- FSM %
- 22.20
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1289 | 633 | 656 | 1285 | 22.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1283 | 642 | 641 | 1285 | 20.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1274 | 654 | 620 | 1323 | 17.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1274 | 654 | 620 | 1323 | 17.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1269 | 651 | 618 | 1323 | 17.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1284 | 660 | 624 | 1323 | 16.40 |
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