Community

Ravenscliffe is an inclusive community that respects others,
champions individuality and celebrates all achievements.

Engagement

We aim to provide an engaging, inspiring,
and ambitious personalised curriculum.

Mission Statement
Together we Nurture, Believe, Achieve and Succeed
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Vision and Values

Ravenscliffe prides itself in raising aspirations and maximising potential. This enables all students to thrive and prepare for a happy, successful and bright future. We aspire to achieve this by:

  • Providing a positive, well-resourced learning environment staffed by trained and committed professionals. 
  • Maintaining high expectations in terms of attendance, behaviour and co-operation in learning. 
  • Providing a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum, which excites and challenges students in equal measure.
  • Ensuring a safe and caring environment where individual views on religious and cultural issues are respected as students develop into responsible citizens. 
  • Working closely with parents, carers and the local community. 
  • Managing the funding and resources available in an effective and efficient manner.

Admissions

As a generic secondary special school, Ravenscliffe provides education for students aged 11 to 19 years with clearly identified special educational needs. Students are referred to Ravenscliffe by Calderdale Council and it is they who place pupils here. Parents and carers who may be considering Ravenscliffe as a suitable placement for their child should contact Calderdale Children and Young People’s Services first to discuss a possible placement. Details of how to contact the admissions team can be found here.

A preliminary visit to the school can be made after contacting the Headteacher to arrange a suitable date and time. General ‘open’ visits are scheduled once per half term to minimise disruption to the curriculum and students’ learning.

 

A word

From Our Headteacher

“Welcome to Ravenscliffe High School, Calderdale’s only secondary special school. The school caters for a diverse cohort of students aged 11-19 with a wide range of special educational needs. Students have access to a curriculum which focusses on developing their communication, physical and sensory development, cognition, and independence to holistically equip them for life both now and in the future. If you would like any more information about our school, please explore this website or contact us using the link below.”

– Chris Lingard

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⚽️ WINNERS!!!! ⚽️
The Ravenscliffe Football Team are back winners after their 4-1 game against Southfield Grange on Friday!
Well done, you all played amazing, we're so proud of you all!
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⚽️ WINNERS!!!! ⚽️
The Ravenscliffe Football Team are back winners after their 4-1 game against Southfield Grange on Friday!
Well done, you all played amazing, were so proud of you all!

Here’s an update from Cafe at the Track!We are now closed until the week beginning the 8th of April. Our fabulous Cafe students are completing their Laser Awards this week so we’re closing for the Easter holidays earlier than planned!

We would just like to thank all our wonderful customers for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you all in April.

Happy Easter 🐣
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Here’s an update from Cafe at the Track!

🔴 Red Nose Day 2024 🔴
We have had another jam packed day raising money for Red Nose Day. The students, along with staff, have enjoyed taking part and hosting lots of different activities such as face painting, pie face, wet sponge throwing, a human fruit machine, a yummy bun sale and a Sponsored Route!

We would like to say a massive thank you to those who donated, contributed to the bake sale, sponsored the route around both school sites and all the staff involved who arranged a fantastic day for the students. We have raised over £1,000 so far! 🤩
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🔴 Red Nose Day 2024 🔴
We have had another jam packed day raising money for Red Nose Day. The students, along with staff, have enjoyed taking part and hosting lots of different activities such as face painting, pie face, wet sponge throwing, a human fruit machine, a yummy bun sale and a Sponsored Route!

We would like to say a massive thank you to those who donated, contributed to the bake sale, sponsored the route around both school sites and all the staff involved who arranged a fantastic day for the students. We have raised over £1,000 so far! 🤩Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

Get In Touch

01422 358621

admin@ravenscliffe.calderdale.sch.uk 

Ravenscliffe High School, Skircoat Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 0RZ 

Ravenscliffe @ Spring Hall, Huddersfield Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 0AQ

Parents are free to request paper copies of any of the information on this website free of charge.