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Calderdale College

Calderdale, HX1 3UZSecondaryAges 16–99MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Not rated
Progress 8
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About Calderdale College

Calderdale College sits within the Calderdale local authority as a state-funded secondary institution serving students aged 16 to 99, making it distinct as a further education provider rather than a traditional school for younger teenagers. In the local landscape of 15 same-type institutions, the college is not ranked among the top performers; the highest-ranked peer is The Crossley Heath School, followed by Trinity Academy Grammar and Ryburn Valley High School. The nearest school rated Outstanding by Ofsted is Trinity Academy Halifax, located 3.7 kilometres away, and across the entire local authority only one school holds that top grade. This context places Calderdale College in a competitive environment where academic excellence is concentrated among a few selective or high-performing schools, while the college itself offers a broader, more inclusive post-16 pathway for learners who may not fit the traditional sixth-form mould.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 99 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressFrancis Street, Halifax, Calderdale, HX1 3UZ
HeadteacherDavid Malone
Local AuthorityCalderdale

Facilities

12
LibraryICT SuiteArt StudiosSwimming PoolGymnasiumAstro TurfScience LabsSports HallTheatrePlaying FieldsTennis CourtsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

HockeyAthleticsRowingCross CountryRoundersBasketball

Clubs & Activities

NewspaperDebateChessDuke of EdinburghCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Calderdale College

Calderdale College offers the following facilities: Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Astro Turf, Science Labs, Sports Hall, Theatre, Playing Fields, Tennis Courts, Chapel. Contact the school directly for the most up-to-date information about their facilities.