Schools in Heckmondwike
5 open schools recorded with this town address, ranked by their latest Ofsted signal. How the signal works — three inspection systems currently coexist, so treat it as a guide, not a verdict.
Secondary (1)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heckmondwike Grammar School Academy converter | Good (2022) · previous system | 11–18 | Oversubscribed (2026 entry) |
Primary (3)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy Academy converter | Good (2022) · previous system | 4–11 | Usually has places available (2026 entry) |
| Co-op Academy Smithies Moor Academy sponsor led | Requires improvement (2024) · previous system | 3–11 | Usually has places available (2026 entry) |
| Heckmondwike Primary Academy Academy sponsor led | Inadequate (2023) · previous system | 3–11 | Roughly one first choice per place (2026 entry) |
Nursery, special & other (1)
| School | Ofsted | Ages | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Jackson College Other independent school | No Ofsted rating | 13–18 | — |
“Demand” is first-choice applications against places at the latest entry year — admission criteria, not demand, decide offers. Data: DfE & Ofsted open data (OGL v3) — sources.