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Garforth Academy

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Garforth Academy

Lidgett Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1LJ

Academy converter · Ages 11–18 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Nov 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

53.1school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
53.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
33.9%
Basics 9-5
65.4%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

53.1

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2350.746.4
2023/2450.546.4
2024/2553.146.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.260.00
2023/24+0.340.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
81.7%
EBacc APS
5.11
EBacc 9-5
45.8%
EBacc 9-4
57.5%
How to read Progress 8 vs Attainment 8Two numbers, two different stories. The 6-min explainer for parents.

A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
37.66
A*-A Grades
29.7%
A*-B Grades
62.4%
AAB+ %
20.6%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 190 students entered

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Nearby secondary schools

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About Garforth Academy

Garforth Academy is a secondary school in Leeds, Leeds. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 286 responses), 77% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.1. The school has around 1,880 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Lidgett Lane, Leeds, LS25 1LJ | More schools in Leeds

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Garforth Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2024 — Outstanding
  2. Dec 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Garforth Academy

What is Garforth Academy's Ofsted rating?
Garforth Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What do parents say about Garforth Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 286 responses): 77% of parents would recommend Garforth Academy.
What are Garforth Academy's latest exam results?
Garforth Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.1. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Garforth Academy located?
Garforth Academy is a secondary school in Leeds, Leeds (LS25 1LJ).
How many pupils attend Garforth Academy?
Garforth Academy has around 1,880 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Garforth Academy with other schools?
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