LIGHT HALL SCHOOL SPECIALIST MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTING COLLEGE in West Midlands, Solihull

Education Centre Information: Light Hall School Specialist Mathematics and Computing College:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Solihull
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/07/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 1225
Number of boys: 618
Number of girls: 607
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Light Hall School was opened as a Boys' County High School in 1964, and girls were admitted four years later as the buildings were extended. Light Hall became a comprehensive in 1974. The school offers a broad balanced curriculum with open entitlement to all pupils and a wide range of learning opportunities for pupils of all ages through a two-week timetable. The curriculum for both key stages is organised in line with the requirements of the national curriculum. Sports facilities include football and rugby pitches, and an all-weather cricket strip. The sports hall has a sprung floor and is the base for Solihull Olympic Gymnastics Club. There are netball and tennis courts, and a gymnasium. A new history extension and technology block has recently been built. There are specialist music and drama studios. The school aims to promote understanding and participation in the partnership between home, school and community.