Elliott Hudson College

A outstanding free schools 16 to 19 school in Leeds. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Elliott Hudson College.

Leeds, LS110LT Ofsted: Outstanding Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

59

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
57.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 63.0%
Sustained employment
42.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 19.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
07 March 2018
Quality of education
-
Behaviour & attitudes
-
Personal development
-
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
The White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane
Leeds, LS110LT
Phone
1133239777
Website
elliotthudsoncollege.ac.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
141940
Type
Free schools 16 to 19
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
The White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane, Leeds, LS11 0LT
Website
https://www.elliotthudsoncollege.ac.uk/
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE GORSE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1200 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,226
Special Educational Needs
0.4% (5 pupils)

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
63.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
19.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
8.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
62%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
553 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
153 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
306
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,226 pupils
16-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Music Technology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(16 students)
Film Studies (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(17 students)
Drama & Theatre Studies (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(20 students)
Computer Appreciation / Introduction (OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma at Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(32 students)
English Language (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(40 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Excellence Resilience Determination Positivity Kindness Diversity

Head Teacher's Message

The Principal, Lee Styles, describes Elliott Hudson College as an environment built on clear beliefs and values, with a fundamental belief that all students can achieve if taught well and supported to develop life-long skills. The message emphasizes a culture of positivity, kindness and diversity, and the aim to empower students to pursue meaningful goals with no shortcuts to success.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

The GORSE Boat Club

Sports

Rowing

Facilities

State-of-the-art science labs Modern classrooms Vibrant study and social spaces Free onsite car park Onsite fitness suite

Curriculum Highlights

Level 3: A Levels and Level 3 vocational/technical qualifications Level 2: GCSE English and GCSE Maths (with progression to Level 3 as appropriate) T Levels introduced (Sept 2025), equivalent to 3 A Levels with a 45-day work placement Typically 3 subjects (3 A Levels or 3 Vocational) or 1 T Level; 4 subjects possible in certain circumstances

Wraparound Care

Out of hours opening: Morning 7:30am; Afternoon: Close at 5:30pm Monday–Thursday; Close at 5:00pm on Friday. Enrichment runs on Wednesdays from 2:00pm to 3:00pm.

Admissions Criteria

Most pathways require 5+ standard GCSE passes or higher (grade 4 or higher) including GCSE Maths and either English Language or English Literature at a grade 4 or above. The entry requirements depend on the chosen pathway and course selection. Students also need to have passed GCSE Maths or GCSE English Language or Literature at a grade 4 or above. Where students have Mathematics, English Language and English Literature at a grade 3 or below, Elliott Hudson College cannot offer a place. Subject-specific requirements exist for certain subjects (e.g., Chemistry/Biology and Physics have Science-related grade expectations; Art and Design requires a 6+ in related art course or a BTEC Distinction; Mathematics requires a 7+ in Maths; Computer Science requires APS 5.5 or above, etc.). Pathways include 3 A Levels, 2 A Levels, 1 vocational, 2 vocational or 1 A Level plus vocational options, and T Levels are introduced in 2025 with a 45-day work placement.

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