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Leeds West Academy

Goodgraded 16/10/2024Ages 11–161,450 pupilsDoes not apply
Leeds, LS13 1DQ
Leeds

Leeds West Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 16 in Leeds. The school has around 1,450 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 16/10/2024, Leeds West Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show an average Attainment 8 score of 39.6 and 34% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Leeds can view Leeds West Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance87.5%England avg 91.0%
Persistent absence36.2%England avg 25.8%
Pupils per teacher16.1England avg 17.6
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 97%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals42.5%England avg 28.6%
English not first language9.1%England avg 18.3%

DfE school census, 2025/26

GCSE results — Key Stage 4
Attainment 841.7
Progress 8-0.2
Grade 5+ English & maths38%
Grade 4+ English & maths61%
EBacc entry14%
EBacc average point score3.48

DfE, 2024/25

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