North Halifax Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into North Halifax Grammar School
Gender
Exam Board
FSCE
Places (Year 7)
180
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
HealthyAbout North Halifax Grammar School
The North Halifax Grammar School combines academic ambition with genuine pastoral care, creating a supportive environment where pupils thrive. The sixth form is a particular strength, with students benefiting from exceptional teaching that sparks rigorous intellectual discussion and debate. Beyond the classroom, pupils enjoy an impressive array of opportunities through the school's enrichment programme, from performing Shakespeare to joining rock choir, big band, or working towards Duke of Edinburgh awards. With its calm, orderly atmosphere and strong focus on developing pupils' character alongside their academic potential, this Halifax grammar school prepares young people well for their futures.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,199
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Good
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 11 August 2023
Quality of Education
GoodBehaviour & Attitudes
GoodPersonal Development
GoodLeadership & Management
GoodSixth Form Provision
OutstandingAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
68.5
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
91.1%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Test Format
Four elements across two tests
Admissions
Student Demographics
5.5%
Free School Meals
5.6%
English as Additional Language
0.58%
EHCP
8.59%
SEN Support