Brian Jackson College, Heckmondwike
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Brian Jackson College excels at making every child feel valued and included, regardless of their needs or background. The school combines strong academic teaching in core subjects with real-world learning experiences like work placements and vocational courses. Staff provide outstanding pastoral support, with mentoring and counselling available when pupils need it, helping them develop into confident and resilient young people.
Key Strengths
- Highly inclusive environment with excellent pastoral care and mental health support
- Strong progress in core subjects including reading, communication, language and mathematics
- Effective attendance monitoring and behavior management with rare bullying
- Personalised learning pathways that adapt to individual pupil needs
- Excellent preparation for adulthood through work experience and vocational qualifications
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - the school has created an open and positive culture of safeguarding where all legal requirements are met and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Clubs, visits, guest speakers, bricklaying courses, motor vehicle courses, work experience, workplace visits, employer-led events
Brian Jackson College is an inclusive independent school that prioritizes personal development and wellbeing alongside academic achievement. The school creates a supportive environment where pupils with diverse needs thrive and are well-prepared for their next steps.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
93%
Near capacity
74 pupils
80 capacity
6 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Heckmondwike
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Heckmondwike
Admissions Demand - Kirklees
Places available
4,970
Applications
4,871
Got 1st preference
89.9%
Got preferred school
97.8%
Secondary admissions across Kirklees (2025/26)
Inspection History(9)
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Pupil Demographics
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