Highfield School
| Type | Special School / Foundation special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Gawthorpe Lane Ossett West Yorkshire WF5 9BS |
| Phone | 01924264240 |
| Reference Number | 108311 |
Highfield School continues to be recognized as a good school, effectively preparing pupils with a diverse range of special educational needs and/or disabilities for adulthood. The curriculum is tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils, supporting their social, emotional, and academic development. Notable strengths include the school's emphasis on life skills, community involvement, and personal development, which are integrated into everyday school life. Additionally, the students receive extensive support in developing communication skills and financial independence, all designed to equip them for a successful future.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 208 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 62.98%
Girls: 37.02% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 51.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.2% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 23 | 13 | 36 |
| 8 | 23 | 13 | 36 |
| 9 | 19 | 13 | 32 |
| 10 | 20 | 11 | 31 |
| 11 | 15 | 9 | 24 |
| 12 | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| 13 | 12 | 9 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 76% |
| White, Other | 6.3% |
| Pakistani | 6.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.8% |
| Unclassified | 3.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| African | 1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2023 | School inspection |
| 22 May 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Dec 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Mar 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Effective preparation for adulthood for pupils with SEND
- Curriculum is tailored to meet individual pupil needs
- Strong emphasis on personal, social, and health education
- Pupils develop life skills through practical activities
- Positive and supportive school environment
- Regular attendance and good behaviour among pupils
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of precision in identifying precise subject knowledge across the curriculum
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
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