Best 3 Secondary schools in Huddersfield – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Moor End Academy (Secondary) in Huddersfield; Newsome Academy (Secondary) in Huddersfield; Royds Hall, A Share Academy (Secondary) in Huddersfield — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Moor End Academy, Newsome Academy and Royds Hall, A Share Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Huddersfield, West Yorkshire and Huddersfield. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Moor End Academy), published Jul 2024. The lowest is 2 (Newsome Academy), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Moor End Academy (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 900, combined total ≈ 2,750, typical FSM 45–50%, range 40–45%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as SOUTH PENNINE ACADEMIES, Impact Education Multi Academy Trust and SHARE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST.

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Attribute	Moor End Academy HD4 5JA	Newsome Academy HD4 6JN	Royds Hall, A Share Academy HD3 4HA
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD4 5JA	Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD4 6JN	Huddersfield HD3 4HA
Latest Ofsted	1 21 Jul 2024	2 5 Mar 2024	2 10 May 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1000	900	860
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	SOUTH PENNINE ACADEMIES	Impact Education Multi Academy Trust	SHARE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website	www.moorend.org	newsomeacademy.co.uk	www.roydshall.org
Telephone	01484222230	01484516712	01484463366
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Moor End Academy

HD4 5JA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD4 5JA
Ofsted: 1 21 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: SOUTH PENNINE ACADEMIES
Website: www.moorend.org
Telephone: 01484222230

Newsome Academy

HD4 6JN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD4 6JN
Ofsted: 2 5 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Impact Education Multi Academy Trust
Website: newsomeacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01484516712

Royds Hall, A Share Academy

HD3 4HA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Huddersfield
HD3 4HA
Ofsted: 2 10 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: SHARE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.roydshall.org
Telephone: 01484463366

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.