Garforth Academy
URN: 136343 • Leeds LS25 1LJ
Overview
- Name
- Garforth Academy
- URN
- 136343
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 79.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anna Young (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01132127127
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lidgett Lane, Leeds LS25 1LJ
Summary
Garforth Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Leeds, with a current enrolment of 1,880 students and a capacity of 2,065. As part of the Delta Academies Trust, the academy focuses on providing a supportive and enriching educational environment. The principal, Anna Young, emphasizes the importance of not only academic achievement but also personal development, preparing students for future challenges in work or further studies.
The curriculum at Garforth Academy promotes independent learning, equipping students with essential knowledge, skills, and resilience. The school is committed to fostering a community where students can thrive academically and socially. Various initiatives, such as Futures Day, help students explore career opportunities and develop vital life skills.
Garforth Academy also prioritizes inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs. The academy has implemented policies to ensure a safe and nurturing environment, reflecting its commitment to the well-being and success of every pupil.
The curriculum at Garforth Academy promotes independent learning, equipping students with essential knowledge, skills, and resilience. The school is committed to fostering a community where students can thrive academically and socially. Various initiatives, such as Futures Day, help students explore career opportunities and develop vital life skills.
Garforth Academy also prioritizes inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs. The academy has implemented policies to ensure a safe and nurturing environment, reflecting its commitment to the well-being and success of every pupil.
Useful links
- Terms and conditions (governance)
- Privacy policy (governance)
- Trust Statutory Information (governance)
- Academy Statutory Information & Policies (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Our Calendar View all events and term dates (calendar)
- Post 16 Online Prospectus (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Allerton High School (77.5)
- The Morley Academy (75.9)
- Horsforth School (69.8)
- Oulton Academy (69.4)
- Guiseley School (68.6)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- DELTA ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 2065
- Pupils
- 1880
- Boys
- 944
- Girls
- 936
- FSM %
- 16.80
- Open date
- 2010-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-12-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1880 | 944 | 936 | 2065 | 16.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1897 | 957 | 940 | 2065 | 14.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1891 | 944 | 947 | 2065 | 11.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1891 | 944 | 947 | 2065 | 11.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1916 | 956 | 960 | 2065 | 11.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1890 | 934 | 956 | 2065 | 8.50 |
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