Trinity Sixth Form Academy, Halifax
Trinity Sixth Form Academy is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 19 in Halifax, part of Trinity Multi Academy Trust. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in October 2021. That was 5 years ago, so the rating may not reflect the school today.
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2021)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Trinity Sixth Form Academy in detail
The trust
Trinity Sixth Form Academy is one of 11 schools run by Trinity Multi Academy Trust, an academy trust.
Where pupils go next
Of the 359 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 54% went on to university or other higher education, 9% to apprenticeships and 18% into work. 8% went to one of the most selective third of universities.
Who goes there
19.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 8.2% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are White British (54%), Asian (28%) and Mixed (8%).
In 2026, 87 pupils (9.5%) received SEN support and 14 (1.5%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is autism.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Halifax Rail Station, about 490 metres away (roughly a 6-minute walk).
50 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Halifax Bus Station (stand u), 30 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Trinity Sixth Form Academy stands in is among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. On income deprivation affecting children it is in the 3rd decile, where the 1st is the most deprived. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
In August 2026, police recorded 617 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Calderdale (102), as is usual near a town centre.
Suspensions and exclusions
Trinity Sixth Form Academy recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE multi-academy trust performance data; DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 11 months agoReport card - no single overall grade (Ofsted's framework since November 2025)
Safeguarding standards: met
By type of provision
| Provision | Curriculum, teaching and training | Achievement | Participation and development |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education programmes for young people | Strong standard | Strong standard | Strong standard |
| Provision for learners and apprentices with high needs | Strong standard | Strong standard | Strong standard |
Source: Ofsted, further education and skills inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's November 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Trinity Sixth Form Academy excels at helping students achieve their full potential, with nearly all completing their courses and many gaining higher than expected grades. The school creates a genuinely inclusive environment where students with additional needs receive tailored support and progress alongside their peers. Leaders prioritize student wellbeing, motivation and independence, equipping students with the skills and aspirations needed for successful progression to university and beyond.
Key Strengths
- Excellent student progress and achievement, with four-fifths progressing to university including prestigious institutions
- Highly inclusive culture with specialist support systems ensuring all students, including those with high needs, thrive and achieve
- Ambitious, broad curriculum enhanced through partnerships with universities and employers
- Consistently high-quality teaching with effective assessment and adaptation to student needs
- Comprehensive careers guidance and enrichment activities including international work placements
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders and staff have established an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified, acted upon and managed.
Extracurricular Activities
Trinity+ tutorials, curriculum-focused trips, guest speakers, work placements (including international sports coaching in Italy, farming and farriery work), Duke of Edinburgh's Award, graduation ceremony at Halifax Minster, aspirations days
Trinity Sixth Form Academy is a thriving sixth form in Halifax that demonstrates strong leadership, inclusive practices, and excellent student outcomes. Leaders use evidence-based strategies and self-determination theory to help students become motivated, independent learners who progress successfully to university, apprenticeships, or careers.
At a Glance
19.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Sixth Form Performance (A-Level)
A-Level Results
C+
Average grade
32.7
Points per entry
C+
Best 3 A-Levels
10%
Achieving AAB+
Above average
Value added
357
A-Level students
92%
Retention rate
2024/25 academic year
A-Level Subjects Offered
+ 8 more subjects
2024/25 academic year - entries by number of students
After A-Levels - Leaver Destinations
After A-Levels (Year 13) - 359 students
2023/24 data
University & Higher Education Destinations
8%
Top-third university
67%
Degree course
73%
Any L4+ destination
2%
Apprenticeships
Based on 302 students completing 16-18 study
2022/23 cohort - "Top-third" = most selective third of UK universities by student intake
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Keep up with Trinity Sixth Form Academy
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 107
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 23
- Children hurt
- 7
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 107 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 23 serious and 83 slight.
7 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 6 in a vehicle or otherwise.
17 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Calderdale is 12 (the median across 114 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
107%
Over capacity
912 pupils
850 places
62 pupils over capacity
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Halifax
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Halifax
Across Calderdale council
Places available
2,994
Applications
2,231
Got 1st preference
91.2%
Got preferred school
99.1%
All secondary applications across Calderdale council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(11)
Further education and skills inspection (renewed framework)
Further education and skills inspection
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
87
SEN Support
14
EHC Plans
11.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
912
Total Pupils
389
Boys
523
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
48
Teachers
19.0:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£52,720
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Trinity Sixth Form Academy
What is Trinity Sixth Form Academy's Ofsted rating?
Trinity Sixth Form Academy's most recent Ofsted inspection, in November 2025, produced a report card, which grades each area but gives no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in October 2021, it was rated Outstanding.
What is the catchment area for Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
No fixed boundary. When Trinity Sixth Form Academy is oversubscribed, Calderdale allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How big are the classes at Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
Classes at Trinity Sixth Form Academy average 19.9 pupils (2025/26).
How many pupils go to Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
Trinity Sixth Form Academy has around 912 pupils on roll. 19% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
Apply through Calderdale's coordinated admissions process, naming Trinity Sixth Form Academy on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 107 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 23 serious and 83 slight. 7 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 6 in a vehicle or otherwise. 17 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Calderdale is 12 (the median across 114 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Trinity Sixth Form Academy?
Trinity Sixth Form Academy is at Northgate House, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1UN.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)