The short version
Average GCSE results. 79% capacity. Strong sixth form (A- average).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.8 vs national 43.8)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.8
1.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.22
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
9% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 2,051
- Capacity
- 79%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Leeds
- Head
- Mr Mike Hall (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Alwoodley Gates, Harrogate Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 8GS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWigton Moor Primary School
Primary · 910m away
Highfield Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Brodetsky Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Leeds Jewish Free School
Secondary · 2.0km away
Primley Wood Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Moortown Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
Leeds Menorah School
Independent · 2.4km away
Talbot Primary School
Primary · 2.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Grammar School At Leeds a selective school?
Yes. The Grammar School At Leeds has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend The Grammar School At Leeds?
The Grammar School At Leeds currently has 2,051 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Grammar School At Leeds take?
The Grammar School At Leeds caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is The Grammar School At Leeds?
The Grammar School At Leeds is in Leeds, LS17 8GS, in the Leeds local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Grammar School At Leeds have a sixth form?
Yes, The Grammar School At Leeds has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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