Dixons Trinity Academy
URN: 138251 • Bradford BD5 0BE
Overview
- Name
- Dixons Trinity Academy
- URN
- 138251
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Steele (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01274089860
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Trinity Road, Bradford BD5 0BE
Summary
Dixons Trinity Academy, located in Bradford, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrolment of 678 students, exceeding its capacity of 670. Established in 2012, the academy has quickly gained recognition, becoming the first secondary free school to receive an "outstanding" rating from Ofsted in January 2014. The school is committed to high academic standards and aims to ensure that all students achieve their full potential, with a strong emphasis on preparing them for university or meaningful employment.
The academy's ethos revolves around the belief that success requires dedication and hard work, encapsulated in their mission statement: “The academy ensured that all students succeeded at university, or a real alternative, thrived in a top job and had a great life.” This commitment is supported by a robust curriculum and a focus on fostering a positive, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to be open-minded and treat others fairly.
Dixons Trinity Academy also prioritises parental engagement through initiatives like the My Child at School app, which allows parents to monitor their child's attendance, behaviour, and academic progress. With a significant percentage of students (32.9%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community and ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.
The academy's ethos revolves around the belief that success requires dedication and hard work, encapsulated in their mission statement: “The academy ensured that all students succeeded at university, or a real alternative, thrived in a top job and had a great life.” This commitment is supported by a robust curriculum and a focus on fostering a positive, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to be open-minded and treat others fairly.
Dixons Trinity Academy also prioritises parental engagement through initiatives like the My Child at School app, which allows parents to monitor their child's attendance, behaviour, and academic progress. With a significant percentage of students (32.9%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community and ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.
Useful links
- Calendar (calendar)
- Read More (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Details (other)
- Skip to main content (other)
- About (other)
- My Child at School app (other)
- Admissions (other)
- News (other)
- Recent Letters (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Carlton Bolling College (73.3)
- Feversham College (70.2)
- Dixons Kings Academy (68.7)
- Carlton Bolling (67.8)
- Feversham Girls' Secondary Academy (67.8)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 670
- Pupils
- 678
- Boys
- 347
- Girls
- 331
- FSM %
- 32.90
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-01-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 678 | 347 | 331 | 670 | 32.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 667 | 347 | 320 | 670 | 31.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 623 | 335 | 288 | 670 | 26.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 623 | 335 | 288 | 670 | 26.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 601 | 330 | 271 | 670 | 22.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 579 | 326 | 253 | 650 | 18.70 |
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