All 13 Leeds and Wakefield secondary schools rated by Ofsted in 2023 so far

Published 1st May 2023, 04:45 BST

Ofsted inspectors have been out in force during 2023 so far, visiting schools across the Leeds area to see if they are making the grade.

Ofsted is responsible for educational standards across the UK and ensuring compliance with national standards.

University Technical College (UTC) Leeds, which offers employer-led academic and technical learning with a focus on engineering and advanced technology, were given the high praise for bringing their “curriculum to life” during a recent Ofsted inspection. While Boston Spa Academy were hailed for “nurturing pupils’ talents, ambitions and thirst for knowledge” as they received a first ever outstanding grade.

With 22 Leeds primary schools already rated, here are the 13 Leeds and Wakefield secondary schools, within 10 miles of both city centres, rated by Ofsted so far in 2023. Take a look below and see whether your child’s school is on the list...

Take a look below and see whether your child’s school is on the list...

1. Leeds and Wakefield secondary schools rated by Ofsted

Take a look below and see whether your child’s school is on the list... Photo: Google

Inspectors visiting Boston Spa Academy said: "Leaders are relentless in their desire to provide the very best education for pupils and to serve the local community” and that students “rise to the high expectations set by teachers and are eager to develop their knowledge and skills.”

2. Boston Spa Academy - Outstanding

Inspectors visiting Boston Spa Academy said: "Leaders are relentless in their desire to provide the very best education for pupils and to serve the local community” and that students “rise to the high expectations set by teachers and are eager to develop their knowledge and skills.” Photo: Boston Spa Academy

Inspectors visiting Co-op Academy Leeds said: "One pupil told inspectors that ‘it is all about our education at this school’. Inspectors agree. Leaders’ work to improve behaviour means pupils feel safe at school."

3. Co-op Academy Leeds - Good

Inspectors visiting Co-op Academy Leeds said: "One pupil told inspectors that ‘it is all about our education at this school’. Inspectors agree. Leaders’ work to improve behaviour means pupils feel safe at school." Photo: Google

Inspectors at Cardinal Heenan said: "This is a happy school. Leaders know the school well. Pupils take pleasure in attending. They enjoy their learning. In classrooms, teachers support pupils to do their best. They help pupils to achieve their learning goals."

4. Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School - Good

Inspectors at Cardinal Heenan said: "This is a happy school. Leaders know the school well. Pupils take pleasure in attending. They enjoy their learning. In classrooms, teachers support pupils to do their best. They help pupils to achieve their learning goals." Photo: Google

Inspectors at UTC Leeds said: “Leaders and staff are united in their vision to develop the next generation of engineers, scientists and innovators. Pupils are well supported by kind staff who are determined to help them to achieve highly."

5. University Technical College Leeds - Good

Inspectors at UTC Leeds said: “Leaders and staff are united in their vision to develop the next generation of engineers, scientists and innovators. Pupils are well supported by kind staff who are determined to help them to achieve highly." Photo: UTC Leeds Stock

Inspectors said: "Pupils at Temple Moor High School feel safe. They are happy to attend school. Relationships between staff and pupils are strong. Pupils say bullying rarely happens. If it does happen, pupils are confident that it is dealt with by staff."

6. Temple Moor High School - Good

Inspectors said: "Pupils at Temple Moor High School feel safe. They are happy to attend school. Relationships between staff and pupils are strong. Pupils say bullying rarely happens. If it does happen, pupils are confident that it is dealt with by staff." Photo: Google

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