HOLMFIRTH HIGH SCHOOL in West Yorkshire, Holmfirth

Education Centre Information: Holmfirth High School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Kirklees
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 1300
Number of boys: 668
Number of girls: 632
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Larger than average comprehensive school; facilities include six ICT suites and satellite departmental ICT facilities, new technology and science facilities, an attractive new library and resource centre, a new learning support centre, a general refurbishment of all classrooms, and improved corridor and access provision. The school believes that extra-curricular activities build character, realise potential and present challenges for pupils of all abilities and backgrounds. Significant success in local, district and national competitions, including soccer for boys and girls, rugby league and rugby union, netball, hockey, tennis, athletics, cricket and basketball. Established reputation for public performances; dance groups, drama workshops, annual talent contests. The school also organises summer camps, a computer camp, science weekends, and frequent social outings for each year-group. Specialist mathematics and computing college status from September 2003. Over-subscribed, with 1.2 applications per place. Artsmark Silver (2004); Sportsmark; Investor in People status. 'The school aims to provide a highly ordered environment in which children behave well, and are encouraged to treat others with respect, kindness and civility'.