Spen Valley High School

A good foundation school school in Kirklees. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Spen Valley High School.

Liversedge, WF157LX Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
37.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.77
English & Maths grade 4+ %
47.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 46.8%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
9 March 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Roberttown Lane
Liversedge, WF157LX
Phone
1924405451
Website
spenvalleyhighschool.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
107778
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Address
Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LX
Website
http://www.spenvalleyhighschool.co.uk/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
The Spenborough Co-operative Trust
Capacity
960 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
969
Free School Meals
29.0% (281 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.8% (27 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
32.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
34.1
Ebacc Attainment 8:
9.7
English Attainment 8:
7.7
Maths Attainment 8:
6.9
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
9.8
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
9.7
Ebacc English:
92.6%
Ebacc Entry:
7.4%
Ebacc Humanities:
87.8%
Ebacc Languages:
11.7%
Ebacc Maths:
95.7%
Ebacc Sciences:
90.4%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.77
Progress 8 Range:
-0.98 to -0.57

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
27 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
162
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
969 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Results through Relationships"

Comprehensive ideals Excellence Personal development A culture of achievement Lifelong Learning Fundamental British Values

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Kyle Audsley emphasises 'Results through Relationships' and describes Spen Valley as trauma-informed and attachment-aware, prioritising strong relationships, emotional safety, and an aspirational curriculum. The leader aims to ensure every student feels safe, supported, and able to thrive, with staff going the extra mile and a focus on building a caring, resilient community.

Facilities

Wellbeing Centre (WBC) The Snug (Sensory Room) Breakfast Club Wellbeing Dogs (Chester and Tony)

Curriculum Highlights

Trauma-informed and attachment-aware approach to teaching and learning Aspirational, accessible curriculum tailored to student needs Personalised Learning Provision (PLP) to support individual learners

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Spen Valley High School is a fully inclusive mainstream school with SEND provision including a Personalised Learning Provision (PLP) and in-house counselling via the Wellbeing Centre. The SENCO is Mrs Morris and the Deputy SENCO is Mrs Williamson. The Wellbeing Centre is managed by Mr R March and supports safeguarding and wellbeing; counselling is available for students when needs are identified.

Admissions Criteria

The school holds an Open Evening in the Autumn Term. For admissions guidance see the Admissions Policy. Applications for a secondary school place (year 7) can be submitted online between 1 September and 31 October, and in-year applications are online as well.

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