West Oaks School
URN: 108133 • Leeds LS6 2ST
Overview
- Name
- West Oaks School
- URN
- 108133
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Keeley Murray (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01133235871
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crowther Place, Leeds LS6 2ST
Summary
West Oaks School is a community special school located in Leeds, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 488 pupils, with a capacity for 500. The school prioritises an inclusive educational philosophy, ensuring that every child’s unique needs are met. With a significant percentage of students (41.7%) eligible for free school meals, West Oaks is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all.
The school's mission is to achieve excellence for everyone within its community, focusing on practical experiences that engage students and foster confidence in established routines. West Oaks believes that active participation in learning is crucial for student enjoyment and success. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its symbolism, with the hummingbird representing the strength and agility of its pupils, while the flower embodies the care and spirit of the school community.
West Oaks School aims to create a supportive environment where children and young people can thrive academically and socially, reflecting the diverse needs of its students and promoting lifelong learning. For more information, visit their website at www.westoaksschool.co.uk.
The school's mission is to achieve excellence for everyone within its community, focusing on practical experiences that engage students and foster confidence in established routines. West Oaks believes that active participation in learning is crucial for student enjoyment and success. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its symbolism, with the hummingbird representing the strength and agility of its pupils, while the flower embodies the care and spirit of the school community.
West Oaks School aims to create a supportive environment where children and young people can thrive academically and socially, reflecting the diverse needs of its students and promoting lifelong learning. For more information, visit their website at www.westoaksschool.co.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Northern School of Contemporary Dance (70.2)
- Leeds Christian School of Excellence (61.2)
- Leeds Arts University (60.2)
- Leeds Beckett University (60.2)
- Leeds Trinity University (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 500
- Pupils
- 488
- Boys
- 361
- Girls
- 127
- FSM %
- 41.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 488 | 361 | 127 | 500 | 41.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 444 | 338 | 106 | 500 | 40.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 357 | 279 | 78 | 500 | 38.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 357 | 279 | 78 | 500 | 38.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 301 | 235 | 66 | 500 | 35.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 293 | 233 | 60 | 350 | 31.70 |
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