Heckmondwike Grammar School is ranked the 10th best in the North of England

Heckmondwike Grammar School is ranked the 10^th best in the North of England

Heckmondwike Grammar School has achieved the prestigious accolade of this top ranking in the Sunday Times Parent Power survey for 2022. Peter Roberts, Headteacher said, “the ranking reflected the outstanding work of students, staff and parents over a number of years and was just reward for the teamwork exhibited. “We have been ranked the number 1 secondary school in Kirklees and Calderdale for a few years and it is particularly gratifying to also be recognised wider afield.”

“During a very difficult year we have all pulled together to provide the best possible education to enable our students to fulfil their potential. 2021 saw record school results at both GCSE and A level, which is real testament to the students’ hard work and resilience. We had another excellent year for students progressing to university, with record numbers attending the top Russell group and Oxford and Cambridge.”

Mr Roberts went on to recognise the contribution to this success, of exclusively live remote lessons during the national lockdown phases, which maintained the very high standards of teaching and learning. He also commented the wearing of facemasks and high uptake of the vaccine had kept infection rates much lower than national and regional comparative data, so keeping students and staff in school.

“Such accolades are very pleasing and we are delighted to be recognised, but they only come about because of the week in week out hard work from students and staff and I salute my colleagues and students they are an exceptional team.”

Jane Dixon Chair of Governors, added her congratulations to all parties involved, “It has been an incredibly difficult year for everybody, but I continue to be amazed and delighted by the resilience and hard work of students and staff. During periods of much adversity the school has maintained an excellent spirit and stopped at nothing to ensure the students achieve their full potential, this accolade is very well deserved.”