Trinity Academy Whitehill
Academy converter primary school in Halifax (Calderdale).
Location
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At Trinity Academy Whitehill we are committed to developing values based on mutual respect, trust and support. We commit to helping children thrive through setting high expectations, consistency and inclusivity. At the heart of Whitehill is happiness and we pride ourselves on building a school where fun and enjoyment are integral, allowing children to be the best they can be.
To develop childrens sense of wonder we have created a curriculum which excites and engages the children. Children grow by learning from their mistakes and facing challenges. They develop resilience and self-belief resulting in an 'I can' attitude.
We believe small steps are as important as big steps and we help children find their own path by widening their horizons and ensuring every child has a voice.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
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Key facts
- URN
- 136547
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Calderdale
- Constituency
- Halifax
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2011
Governing body (7 current, 5 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Claire White | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Dominic Furby Former | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Sophie Law | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Ms Laura Peckover | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Christopher Kimberley | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 |
| Mrs Helen Bell | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Jane Ackroyd | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Jessica Hamer | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Iqra Malik Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · term ended 2026 |
| Ms Claire White Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Ms Gemma Sharp Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Adam Helliwell Former | Local Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2024 · term ended 2025 |
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