The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (124% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.1
5.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
51%
9.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
79%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
88%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
81%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 281 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 122 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,501
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 32.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Leeds
- Trust
- THE GORSE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Wayne Little (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Chapel Lane, Farnley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 5EU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLawns Park Primary School
Primary · Very close
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Wortley High School
Secondary · 1.2km away
Lower Wortley Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Dixons Unity Academy
Secondary · 1.5km away
Whingate Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Greenhill Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Farnley Academy a selective school?
No. The Farnley Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Farnley Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Farnley Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Farnley Academy?
The Farnley Academy currently has 1,501 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Farnley Academy take?
The Farnley Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Farnley Academy?
The Farnley Academy is in Leeds, LS12 5EU, in the Leeds local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Farnley Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, The Farnley Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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