Carlton Keighley

URN: 136198 • Keighley BD20 6EB

Overview

Name
Carlton Keighley
URN
136198
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Turvey (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01535210333
Website
Visit
Address
Green Head Road, Keighley BD20 6EB

Summary

Carlton Keighley is a mixed secondary academy located in Keighley, Bradford, serving approximately 790 students with a capacity of 900. The school, which has been part of the Carlton Academy Trust since September 2019, has made significant improvements, achieving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in January 2020 and receiving positive feedback in an ungraded inspection in February 2025. The school prides itself on being community-focused and inclusive, aiming to provide high-quality education despite the challenges faced by its students.

The curriculum at Carlton Keighley is ambitious, with a strong emphasis on literacy to enhance students' reading and writing skills. The school promotes personal development through its 'Carlton Edge' programme, which offers a variety of experiences beyond the academic curriculum. The core values of ambition, resilience, and respect are central to the school's ethos, fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to excel both academically and personally.

Staff well-being is a priority at Carlton Keighley, with a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance to ensure that teachers can focus on delivering effective education. The school has received external recognition for its commitment to creativity and career preparation, reflecting its dedication to equipping students for future success.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
790
Boys
397
Girls
393
FSM %
29.70
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 790 397 393 900 29.70
2024-09-11 762 381 381 900 30.10
2023-09-11 676 338 338 900 27.80
2022-09-11 676 338 338 900 27.80
2021-09-11 632 306 326 900 27.70
2020-09-11 591 291 300 900 25.00

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