Lawnswood School
URN: 108055 • Leeds LS16 5AG
Overview
- Name
- Lawnswood School
- URN
- 108055
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna Bell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01132844020
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ring Road, Leeds LS16 5AG
Summary
Lawnswood School is a mixed community secondary school located in Leeds, serving approximately 1,396 students with a capacity of 1,669. The school is committed to fostering a vibrant learning environment, where students are encouraged to develop their ambitions and confidence. With a significant percentage of students (42.8%) eligible for free school meals, Lawnswood School prioritises inclusivity and support for all learners.
The curriculum at Lawnswood is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, including provisions for students with special educational needs and those for whom English is an additional language. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various events and resources available on the school’s website.
Lawnswood School also places a strong emphasis on communication with parents, providing regular updates and opportunities for involvement. The upcoming Sixth Form Open Evening on 13 November 2025 is an example of the school’s commitment to keeping families informed and engaged in their children’s education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Lawnswood is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, including provisions for students with special educational needs and those for whom English is an additional language. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through various events and resources available on the school’s website.
Lawnswood School also places a strong emphasis on communication with parents, providing regular updates and opportunities for involvement. The upcoming Sixth Form Open Evening on 13 November 2025 is an example of the school’s commitment to keeping families informed and engaged in their children’s education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
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- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Seneca (sen)
- School calendar (calendar)
- Cookies Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Our policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions & applications (other)
- Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Garforth Academy (79.9)
- Allerton High School (77.5)
- The Morley Academy (75.9)
- Horsforth School (69.8)
- Oulton Academy (69.4)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1669
- Pupils
- 1396
- Boys
- 714
- Girls
- 682
- FSM %
- 42.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1396 | 714 | 682 | 1669 | 42.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1441 | 730 | 711 | 1669 | 41.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1489 | 749 | 740 | 1669 | 37.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1489 | 749 | 740 | 1669 | 37.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1425 | 706 | 719 | 1669 | 36.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1280 | 632 | 648 | 1669 | 29.90 |
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