Ofsted is responsible for educational standards across the UK and ensuring compliance with national standards and they continue to visit schools across the city to see if they are making the grade.
2023 has seen Boston Spa Academy and Farnley Academy rated Outstanding for the first time, while Bruntcliffe Academy in Morley was praised for creating “independent and resilient learners” as it continues upon a path towards Outstanding.
So as we look forward to 2024, here are the 17 Leeds secondary schools, within 10 miles of Leeds city centre, rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Take a look below and see whether your child’s school is on the list...
13. The Farnley Academy - Outstanding
The Farnley Academy, located in Chapel Lane, Farnley, was rated Outstanding in October 2023. Photo: The GORSE Academies Trust
14. Horsforth School - Good
Horsforth School, located Lee Lane East, Horsforth, was rated Good in December 2023. Photo: Simon Hulme
15. Bruntcliffe Academy - Good
Bruntcliffe Academy, located in Bruntcliffe Lane, Morley, was rated Good in May 2023. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
16. Woodkirk Academy - Good
Woodkirk Academy, located in Rein Road, Tingley, was rated Good in May 2023. Photo: James Hardisty
17. Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College - Good
Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College, located in Farnley Lane, Otley, was rated Good in February 2023. Photo: Google
18. Temple Moor High School - Good
Temple Moor High School, located in Field End Grove, Selby Road, was rated Good in April 2023. Photo: Google