Appleton Academy
URN: 145173 • Bradford BD12 8AL
Overview
- Name
- Appleton Academy
- URN
- 145173
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- EXCEED ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Jones (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01274600550
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodside Road, Bradford BD12 8AL
Summary
Appleton Academy, located in Bradford, is an all-through academy that caters to students from primary through secondary education. With a current enrolment of 1,254 pupils and a capacity of 1,378, the academy serves a diverse community, with over 50% of students eligible for free school meals. This reflects the school's commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.
The academy's ethos centres on fostering a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child is valued as an individual. The leadership, under Executive Headteacher Ms Helen Jones, emphasises the importance of personal development alongside academic achievement. The curriculum is designed to encourage students to aspire and grow, promoting a sense of pride and confidence within the school community.
Appleton Academy is part of the Exceed Academies Trust, which supports its vision of creating a collaborative and supportive educational experience. The school aims to develop not only knowledgeable students but also responsible and engaged members of the community, ensuring that they are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
The academy's ethos centres on fostering a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child is valued as an individual. The leadership, under Executive Headteacher Ms Helen Jones, emphasises the importance of personal development alongside academic achievement. The curriculum is designed to encourage students to aspire and grow, promoting a sense of pride and confidence within the school community.
Appleton Academy is part of the Exceed Academies Trust, which supports its vision of creating a collaborative and supportive educational experience. The school aims to develop not only knowledgeable students but also responsible and engaged members of the community, ensuring that they are well-prepared for their future endeavours.
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Nearby alternatives
- Dixons Allerton Academy (56.6)
- Appleton Academy (53.7)
- Bradford Academy (41.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 3 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EXCEED ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1378
- Pupils
- 1254
- Boys
- 649
- Girls
- 605
- FSM %
- 50.30
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1254 | 649 | 605 | 1378 | 50.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1249 | 647 | 602 | 1378 | 48.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1257 | 635 | 622 | 1378 | 42.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1257 | 635 | 622 | 1450 | 42.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1286 | 659 | 627 | 1450 | 37.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1284 | 660 | 624 | 1450 | 33.50 |
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