THE CROSSLEY HEATH SCHOOL in West Yorkshire, Halifax
Education Centre Information: The Crossley Heath School:
Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Calderdale
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/12/2012
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 1059
Number of boys: 553
Number of girls: 506
Admissions: Selective
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:
Formed in 1985 by the amalgamation of Heath Grammar School (founded 1597) and Crossley and Porter School (founded 1864); currently housed in Porter School's Victorian building two miles from Halifax town centre. Partly-refurbished in 1990s; new technology block opened in 2002; language college extension in 2004; extension to technology block (2005). Partner in Lawn Tennis Association's Tennis in the Community project; boys' rugby team won Daily Mail Vase at Twickenham in 2005. Selects students based on performance in tests administered by school. Strong academic and sporting tradition. Specialist language college status from September 2003. Over-subscribed, with three applications per place. Artsmark (2005); Sportsmark; Investor in People status. Ethos: 'High aspirations are nurtured and maintained and each persons talents are fully developed'.
Address:
Address: Savile Park
Postcode: HX3 0HG
West Yorkshire, Halifax.
Telephone: 01422 360272
Fax: 01422 349099
Website: http://www.crossleyheath.calderdale.sch.uk
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