John Smeaton Academy
URN: 139282 • Leeds LS15 8TA
Overview
- Name
- John Smeaton Academy
- URN
- 139282
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 33.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Bailey (since 2025) , Executive Head
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Smeaton Approach, Leeds LS15 8TA
Summary
John Smeaton Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Leeds, with a current enrolment of 702 students and a capacity of 1,100. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of community and values, which are integral to its ethos.
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of its students, preparing them for their future pathways, including Post 16 options. The school emphasizes academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-equipped for both further education and the workforce.
With a significant percentage of pupils (34.80%) eligible for free school meals, John Smeaton Academy is dedicated to supporting all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school regularly communicates with families through newsletters and updates, promoting engagement and awareness of important events, such as GCSE results day and online safety initiatives.
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of its students, preparing them for their future pathways, including Post 16 options. The school emphasizes academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-equipped for both further education and the workforce.
With a significant percentage of pupils (34.80%) eligible for free school meals, John Smeaton Academy is dedicated to supporting all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The school regularly communicates with families through newsletters and updates, promoting engagement and awareness of important events, such as GCSE results day and online safety initiatives.
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Nearby alternatives
- Garforth Academy (79.9)
- Allerton High School (77.5)
- The Morley Academy (75.9)
- Horsforth School (69.8)
- Oulton Academy (69.4)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 702
- Boys
- 367
- Girls
- 335
- FSM %
- 34.80
- Open date
- 2014-01-01
- Close date
- 2021-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 702 | 367 | 335 | 1100 | 34.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 702 | 367 | 335 | 1100 | 34.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 702 | 367 | 335 | 1100 | 34.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 702 | 367 | 335 | 1100 | 34.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 702 | 367 | 335 | 1100 | 34.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 804 | 426 | 378 | 1100 | 29.90 |
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