Southway Independent School
URN: 146633 • LS10 3JA
Overview
- Name
- Southway Independent School
- URN
- 146633
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carl Miller (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01134843030
- Website
- Visit Southway Independent School website
- Address
-
Middleton Road, LS10 3JA
Find on Google Maps
Summary
Southway Independent School, located in Leeds, is a mixed independent school with a current enrolment of 79 students, out of a capacity of 120. The school is dedicated to supporting young people who may have faced challenges in mainstream education, focusing on building healthy relationships and providing hope. The ethos of Southway revolves around meeting students where they are, fostering an environment of understanding and support for those who may feel disconnected or overwhelmed.
The Principal, Carl Miller, emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can regain control and confidence in their educational journey. Southway aims to address the unique needs of each student, recognising that not all children come with the same foundational support. This tailored approach ensures that high expectations are maintained while providing the necessary scaffolding for students to thrive.
The school is part of the Resilience Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to helping students overcome barriers to engagement and success. Southway's focus on relationship-building and personal growth is central to its mission, making it a vital resource for families seeking an alternative educational environment.
The Principal, Carl Miller, emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can regain control and confidence in their educational journey. Southway aims to address the unique needs of each student, recognising that not all children come with the same foundational support. This tailored approach ensures that high expectations are maintained while providing the necessary scaffolding for students to thrive.
The school is part of the Resilience Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to helping students overcome barriers to engagement and success. Southway's focus on relationship-building and personal growth is central to its mission, making it a vital resource for families seeking an alternative educational environment.
Useful links
- @tridentfitleeds (other)
- More about our trust (other)
- Remote Access (other)
- EdClass (other)
- https://t.co/FaNTlCSXjU (other)
- https://t.co/GvujCWqDDe (other)
- https://t.co/vss9WwTZyN (other)
- Teams (other)
- Vacancies (other)
- Our Students (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northern School of Contemporary Dance (70.2)
- Beechtree Steiner Initiative (62.8)
- Leeds Christian School of Excellence (61.2)
- West Oaks School (60.9)
- Leeds Arts University (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Leeds
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 79
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-03-11
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 79 | 69 | 10 | 120 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 72 | 19 | 120 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 75 | 53 | 22 | 120 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 75 | 53 | 22 | 120 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 60 | 43 | 17 | 120 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 97 | 73 | 24 | 120 |
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