Ralph Thoresby School

URN: 108075 • Leeds LS16 7RX

Overview

Name
Ralph Thoresby School
URN
108075
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
The Leeds North West Education Partnership Foundation
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Will Carr (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01133979911
Website
Visit
Address
Holtdale Approach, Leeds LS16 7RX

Summary

Ralph Thoresby School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Leeds, serving a diverse community with a current enrollment of 1,004 students. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, aiming to provide every student with the opportunity to achieve their best. In its latest Ofsted report from October 2023, the school was rated as 'Good', highlighting its effective teaching, high expectations, and the positive behaviour of pupils.

The curriculum at Ralph Thoresby is designed to challenge students academically while offering a broad range of subjects, including A-Level courses in the Sixth Form. The school emphasizes personal development and provides extensive support through mentoring and enrichment opportunities, including partnerships with other educational institutions and organisations, which enhance the learning experience.

Ralph Thoresby School fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging student leadership and collaboration. The school’s motto, "Ambition and achievement for all," reflects its commitment to nurturing students' aspirations and equipping them with the skills needed for their future endeavors.

Key details

LA
Leeds
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
The Leeds North West Education Partnership Foundation
Capacity
1037
Pupils
1004
Boys
519
Girls
485
FSM %
32.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1004 519 485 1037 32.20
2024-09-11 1035 523 512 1037 29.50
2023-09-11 1046 530 516 1037 26.30
2022-09-11 1046 530 516 1049 26.30
2021-09-11 1018 511 507 1049 26.90
2020-09-11 998 485 513 1049 22.30

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