The Brooksbank School
The Brooksbank School is a secondary located in Calderdale, HX5 0QG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Inadequate. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,533 pupils on roll.
The Brooksbank School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Calderdale
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1703
Number of Pupils: 1533
Number of Boys: 785
Number of Girls: 748
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 25.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-11
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Inadequate
Category of Concern: SM
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Inadequate
Personal Development: Inadequate
Leadership & Management: Inadequate
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Requires Improvement
Safeguarding Effective: No
Inspection Date: 2022-05-10
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Atkinson
Phone: 01422374791
Website: https://www.thebrooksbankschool.co.uk/
Location: Victoria Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Brooksbank School
What is the Ofsted rating of The Brooksbank School?
The Brooksbank School has been rated Inadequate by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Brooksbank School admit?
The Brooksbank School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is The Brooksbank School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Brooksbank School is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Brooksbank School?
The Brooksbank School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Brooksbank School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Brooksbank School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Brooksbank School?
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