Best 3 Secondary schools in Leeds – comparison
Comparison of secondary schools: Trinity Academy Leeds (Secondary) in Leeds; Oulton Academy (Secondary) in Leeds; The Farnley Academy (Secondary) in Leeds — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.
At a glance
This page compares Trinity Academy Leeds, Oulton Academy and The Farnley Academy. They are secondary phase and free schools and academy sponsor led type located around Leeds, West Yorkshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Trinity Academy Leeds), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Trinity Academy Leeds (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,200, combined total ≈ 3,550, typical FSM 40–45%, range 30–35%–55–60%; spread across trusts such as Trinity Multi Academy Trust, CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST and The GORSE Academies Trust.
| Attribute |
Trinity Academy Leeds
LS9 7QL
|
Oulton Academy
LS26 8EX
|
The Farnley Academy
LS12 5EU
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase / Type | Secondary • Free schools | Secondary • Academy sponsor led | Secondary • Academy sponsor led |
| Location |
Leeds West Yorkshire LS9 7QL |
Leeds West Yorkshire LS26 8EX |
Leeds West Yorkshire LS12 5EU |
| Latest Ofsted | 1 21 May 2024 | 1 2 May 2024 | 1 10 Oct 2023 |
| Ofsted report | — | — | — |
| Pupils (roll) | ≈ 950 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils |
| FSM % | 55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % |
| Capacity | 1200 | 1016 | 1210 |
| Capacity utilisation | Under capacity 🔒 View exact % | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % |
| Age range | — | — | — |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Admissions policy | Non-selective | Non-selective | Non-selective |
| Trust / Local authority | Trinity Multi Academy Trust | CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST | The GORSE Academies Trust |
| Website | leeds.trinitymat.org | www.oultonacademy.org.uk | www.farnley.leeds.sch.uk |
| Telephone | 01134831126 | 01132059559 | 01132630741 |
| SEN provision | None reported | None reported | None reported |
| Profile | View profile | View profile | View profile |
Trinity Academy Leeds
LS9 7QL
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Free schools
- Location
- Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7QL - Ofsted
- 1 21 May 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- Trinity Multi Academy Trust
- Website
- leeds.trinitymat.org
- Telephone
- 01134831126
Oulton Academy
LS26 8EX
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy sponsor led
- Location
- Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS26 8EX - Ofsted
- 1 2 May 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- CARLTON ACADEMY TRUST
- Website
- www.oultonacademy.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01132059559
The Farnley Academy
LS12 5EU
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy sponsor led
- Location
- Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS12 5EU - Ofsted
- 1 10 Oct 2023
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,500 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- The GORSE Academies Trust
- Website
- www.farnley.leeds.sch.uk
- Telephone
- 01132630741
Map of compared schools
How are these comparisons built?
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when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
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We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs.
Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s
admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context;
scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority
for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.