The Ruth Gorse Academy

URN: 140565 • Leeds LS10 1HW

Overview

Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ben Mallinson (since 2025)
Telephone
01132531600
Website
Visit
Address
Black Bull Street, Leeds LS10 1HW

Summary

The Ruth Gorse Academy is a mixed secondary free school located in Leeds, with a current enrolment of 1,275 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,260. The academy is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with a significant proportion of students (51.20%) eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to serving the local community.

The school prioritises safeguarding and well-being, offering a straightforward mechanism for students and parents to report concerns through its "Tell Us" button. This initiative underscores the academy's commitment to ensuring a safe and responsive environment for all students.

In addition to its focus on student welfare, The Ruth Gorse Academy has recently adopted Weduc, a digital communication tool aimed at enhancing engagement between parents and the school. This investment reflects the academy's ethos of fostering strong community ties and improving the educational experience for families. For more information, visit their website at [ruthgorse.leeds.sch.uk](http://ruthgorse.leeds.sch.uk/).

Key details

LA
Leeds
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE GORSE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1260
Pupils
1275
Boys
660
Girls
615
FSM %
51.20
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1275 660 615 1260 51.20
2024-09-11 1274 648 626 1260 46.80
2023-09-11 1269 651 618 1260 43.10
2022-09-11 1269 651 618 1260 43.10
2021-09-11 1266 647 619 1260 39.50
2020-09-11 1201 621 580 1250 32.70

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