Dixons City Academy

URN: 130909 • Bradford BD5 7RR

Overview

Name
Dixons City Academy
URN
130909
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Raouf Mohammed (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01274089850
Website
Visit
Address
Ripley Street, Bradford BD5 7RR

Summary

Dixons City Academy, located in Bradford, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 904 students, slightly above its capacity of 900. As the founding school of the Dixons Academies Trust, it aims to provide an exceptional education that empowers every student to achieve academic success, regardless of their background. The academy is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations and support, ensuring that students thrive in a caring environment.

The curriculum at Dixons City Academy is designed to maximise learning opportunities, with a focus on rigorous teaching and well-planned homework. The school places a strong emphasis on academic outcomes, preparing students for further education and career pathways. Additionally, the academy offers a range of support services, including careers education and revision resources, to assist students in their academic journey.

Dixons City Academy is proud of its outstanding Ofsted rating and actively engages with the local community. The school promotes values that encourage students to make a positive impact, both within their community and beyond, while also offering initiatives such as flexible working for staff to enhance the educational experience.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
904
Boys
524
Girls
380
FSM %
28.50
Open date
2005-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-11-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 904 524 380 900 28.50
2024-09-11 919 541 378 900 24.90
2023-09-11 885 508 377 900 21.90
2022-09-11 885 508 377 900 21.90
2021-09-11 875 479 396 900 20.90
2020-09-11 997 521 476 1085 17.40

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