Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
URN: 108095 • Leeds LS6 4QE
Overview
- Name
- Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
- URN
- 108095
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dominic Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01138873240
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tongue Lane, Leeds LS6 4QE
Summary
      Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Leeds, serving a mixed-gender student body of 919 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a vibrant community rooted in Catholic values, with a mission to inspire excellence and encourage students to develop their individual strengths and talents. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto "Veritas," reflecting the pursuit of truth and moral values central to its educational approach.
The curriculum at Cardinal Heenan is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, aiming to secure the best outcomes for all students. The school places a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, creativity, and original thinking, preparing students for lifelong learning and personal growth. Support is provided to ensure that every student can achieve their potential, regardless of their starting point.
In addition to academic excellence, Cardinal Heenan promotes a sense of community and belonging. The school encourages active participation in prayer, sacraments, and service, helping students build a relationship with Jesus Christ and live out their faith. Parents and prospective students are welcomed to explore the school's offerings and become part of its supportive environment.
      The curriculum at Cardinal Heenan is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, aiming to secure the best outcomes for all students. The school places a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, creativity, and original thinking, preparing students for lifelong learning and personal growth. Support is provided to ensure that every student can achieve their potential, regardless of their starting point.
In addition to academic excellence, Cardinal Heenan promotes a sense of community and belonging. The school encourages active participation in prayer, sacraments, and service, helping students build a relationship with Jesus Christ and live out their faith. Parents and prospective students are welcomed to explore the school's offerings and become part of its supportive environment.
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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 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 919
- Boys
- 444
- Girls
- 475
- FSM %
- 18.10
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 919 | 444 | 475 | 900 | 18.10 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 923 | 427 | 496 | 900 | 16.30 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 917 | 423 | 494 | 900 | 15.60 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 917 | 423 | 494 | 900 | 15.60 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 908 | 444 | 464 | 900 | 14.30 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 912 | 460 | 452 | 900 | 11.30 | 
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