Ofsted is responsible for educational standards across the UK and ensuring compliance with national standards.
Over a dozen primary and secondary schools across the city have been inspected since the turn of the year, with a handful receiving that coveted Outstanding rating.
So far in 2024, the hugely popular Roundhay School saw its Outstanding rating renewed once again, while St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School also celebrated its continued excellence.

7. The Ruth Gorse Academy
The Ruth Gorse Academy, located in Black Bull Street, Leeds Dock, was rated Outstanding in November 2023. | Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson

8. Pudsey Primrose Hill Primary School
Pudsey Primrose Hill Primary School, located in Primrose Hill, Stanningley, was rated Outstanding in November 2023. | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson

9. Green Lane Primary Academy
Green Lane Primary Academy, located in Ribblesdale Avenue, Garforth, was rated Outstanding in December 2023. | Google Photo: Google
10. St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Peter’s CofE Primary School, located in Cromwell Street, Burmantofts, was rated Outstanding in January 2024. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
11. Beecroft Srimary School
Beecroft Primary School, located in Eden Way, Kirkstall, was rated Outstanding in January 2024. | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson

12. Morley Victoria Primary School
Morley Victoria Primary School, located in Victoria Road, Morley, was rated Outstanding in January 2024. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme