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Dixons Unity Academy

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Dixons Unity Academy

Whingate Road, Leeds, LS12 3DS

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jul 2024

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

Academic picture

35.9school · 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
35.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
10.9%
Basics 9-5
23.6%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

35.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2330.946.4
2023/2433.246.4
2024/2535.946.0

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
2022/23-0.820.00
2023/24-0.540.00
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
82.2%
EBacc APS
3.45
EBacc 9-5
13.8%
EBacc 9-4
22.4%
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The Farnley Academy
1.53 km away · Academy sponsor led
Outstanding
Core Training and Development limited
1.95 km away · Other independent school
The Elland Academy
2.44 km away · Free schools alternative provision
Good
Crawshaw Academy
3.22 km away · Academy sponsor led
Good

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About Dixons Unity Academy

Dixons Unity Academy is a secondary school in Leeds, Leeds. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 35.9. The school has around 932 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Whingate Road, Leeds, LS12 3DS | More schools in Leeds

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jul 2024 — Good
  2. Mar 2024 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  3. Dec 2023 — Taking effective action towards the removal…
  4. Mar 2023 — Inadequate
  5. Nov 2016 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Swallow Hill Community College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Dixons Unity Academy

What is Dixons Unity Academy's Ofsted rating?
Dixons Unity Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Dixons Unity Academy's latest exam results?
Dixons Unity Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 35.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Dixons Unity Academy located?
Dixons Unity Academy is a secondary school in Leeds, Leeds (LS12 3DS).
How many pupils attend Dixons Unity Academy?
Dixons Unity Academy has around 932 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dixons Unity Academy with other schools?
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