The Stephen Longfellow Academy
URN: 143761 • Leeds LS11 8PG
Overview
- Name
- The Stephen Longfellow Academy
- URN
- 143761
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE GORSE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Poskitt (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01134685999
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Global Avenue, Leeds LS11 8PG
Summary
The Stephen Longfellow Academy, located in Leeds, is a free school alternative provision designed to support students who may benefit from a different educational approach. With a capacity of 300 pupils, the academy aims to provide a nurturing environment tailored to the individual needs of its students, fostering personal and academic growth.
The academy focuses on delivering a curriculum that is both engaging and relevant, ensuring that students are equipped with essential skills for their future. Emphasis is placed on creating a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive, with dedicated staff committed to helping each child reach their potential.
As a mixed-gender institution, The Stephen Longfellow Academy is part of the local community in Leeds, working collaboratively with families and external agencies to provide comprehensive support. The school is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and understanding, ensuring that all students feel valued and empowered in their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website at [stephenlongfellow.leeds.sch.uk](https://www.stephenlongfellow.leeds.sch.uk/).
The academy focuses on delivering a curriculum that is both engaging and relevant, ensuring that students are equipped with essential skills for their future. Emphasis is placed on creating a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive, with dedicated staff committed to helping each child reach their potential.
As a mixed-gender institution, The Stephen Longfellow Academy is part of the local community in Leeds, working collaboratively with families and external agencies to provide comprehensive support. The school is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and understanding, ensuring that all students feel valued and empowered in their educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website at [stephenlongfellow.leeds.sch.uk](https://www.stephenlongfellow.leeds.sch.uk/).
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Nearby alternatives
- Northern School of Contemporary Dance (70.2)
- Leeds Christian School of Excellence (61.2)
- West Oaks School (60.9)
- Leeds Arts University (60.2)
- Leeds Beckett University (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE GORSE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 300 | 100.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 300 | 75.00 |
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