Shipley College

A requires improvement further education school in Bradford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Shipley College.

Leeds, BD183JW Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 16-99 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

40

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
30.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 37.0%
Sustained employment
52.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 25.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
17 October 2023
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Exhibition Road
Leeds, BD183JW

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130534
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Exhibition Road, Leeds, BD18 3JW
Age range
16-99
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
37.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
25.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
25.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
18%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
348 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Life Changing Learning"

Head Teacher's Message

We're dedicated to providing transformative education and training for all ages. Our programs equip young people and adults with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce, strengthening our communities and driving economic growth.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Performing Arts Sport Catering Events Choir Book Club Social Action (Duke of Edinburgh’s Award) Lego Club

Sports

Football

Facilities

Excellent facilities and hands-on training

Curriculum Highlights

BTECs T Levels Apprenticeships Flexible study options delivered On-site, Online, or at Work

Financial Information

Many government-funded courses; many courses are free or low-cost

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