Cockburn School

URN: 142585 • Leeds LS11 5TT

Overview

Name
Cockburn School
URN
142585
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
COCKBURN MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Robert Dixon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01132719962
Website
Visit
Address
Parkside, Leeds LS11 5TT

Summary

Cockburn School is a mixed secondary academy located in Leeds, with a current enrolment of 1,277 students and a capacity of 1,111. The school is committed to providing a broad and enriching education that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century. The ethos focuses on developing resilient, responsible, and aspirational learners, fostering both academic excellence and personal growth.

The curriculum at Cockburn School is designed to blend rigorous academic standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. The school has achieved an ArtsMark Platinum recognition, highlighting its commitment to arts education. Recent achievements include outstanding exam results and recognition as one of Yorkshire's top schools.

In addition to academic support, Cockburn School emphasizes the importance of community and personal development. Initiatives such as health and relationship education, as well as various extracurricular activities, aim to cultivate a respectful and inclusive school environment. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, hosting events like open evenings to welcome prospective students and their families.

Key details

LA
Leeds
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
COCKBURN MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1111
Pupils
1277
Boys
624
Girls
653
FSM %
38.40
Open date
2016-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1277 624 653 1111 38.40
2024-09-11 1274 644 630 1111 37.40
2023-09-11 1255 634 621 1111 32.90
2022-09-11 1255 634 621 1111 32.90
2021-09-11 1262 624 638 1111 32.00
2020-09-11 1239 631 608 1111 27.30

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