Ilkley Grammar School

URN: 136905 • Ilkley LS29 8TR

Overview

Name
Ilkley Grammar School
URN
136905
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MOORLANDS LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
81.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Carly Purnell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01943608424
Website
Visit
Address
Cowpasture Road, Ilkley LS29 8TR

Summary

Ilkley Grammar School is a mixed secondary academy located in Ilkley, Bradford, with a current enrolment of 2,172 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,972. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. The school’s ethos is built around its vision and values, promoting fundamental British values and a strong sense of community.

The curriculum at Ilkley Grammar School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a wide range of subject options available to students. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering enrichment activities, pastoral support, and guidance to help students navigate their educational journey. Additionally, the school is part of the Red Kite Alliance, which includes teacher training and collaborative opportunities for professional development.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including the Parent Zone on the website, which provides important information on attendance, assessments, and support services. Ilkley Grammar School also actively promotes mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that students have access to the resources they need to thrive both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MOORLANDS LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1972
Pupils
2172
Boys
1069
Girls
1103
FSM %
6.90
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2172 1069 1103 1972 6.90
2024-09-11 2134 1069 1065 1972 5.30
2023-09-11 2039 1036 1003 1972 4.40
2022-09-11 2039 1036 1003 1972 4.40
2021-09-11 1947 1010 937 1972 4.30
2020-09-11 1843 946 897 1960 3.60

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