Bishop Young Church of England Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Leeds. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bishop Young Church of England Academy.

Leeds, LS146NU Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
47.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.3
English & Maths grade 4+ %
47.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 48.2%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
19 March 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bishops Way
Seacroft
Leeds, LS146NU
Phone
1133200582
Website
bishopyoungacademy.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144809
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
Bishops Way, Seacroft, Leeds, LS14 6NU
Website
www.bishopyoungacademy.co.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ABBEY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
900 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Leeds (ce)
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
772
Free School Meals
57.1% (441 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.8% (29 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
84.0%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
41.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
36.6
Ebacc Attainment 8:
10.3
English Attainment 8:
8.0
Maths Attainment 8:
6.9
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
11.4
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
10.3
Ebacc English:
97.2%
Ebacc Entry:
2.1%
Ebacc Humanities:
69.5%
Ebacc Languages:
22.0%
Ebacc Maths:
97.9%
Ebacc Sciences:
95.7%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.30
Progress 8 Range:
-0.57 to -0.03

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
129
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
772 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Positive, orderly and inclusive atmosphere and ethos, characterised by shared aims and values appropriate to the Christian foundation of the trust. Strong and positive leadership from all levels of management, beginning with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team. A healthy school within a physical environment which is attractive and stimulating. High and consistent expectation of all students in terms of attainment, achievement and behaviour. A clear focus on teaching and learning and sharing of good practice amongst staff. Well developed procedures for assessing students’ work, setting challenging targets and reporting information clearly to students and parents. Opportunities for students to take responsibility for their learning and its assessment and to take part in the running of the school. A positive behaviour policy which is implemented consistently by all staff and includes a system of rewards and incentives to encourage students to succeed. A wide range of study support and extra-curricular activities to broaden students’ interests and experiences. High levels of parental involvement in the education of their children and in supporting the aims of the school.

Bishop Young C of E Academy is a Church of England Academy with a strong Christian vision. The school describes its ethos as being at the heart of school life, emphasising inclusive practice, collective worship, partnership with local churches and the diocese, and a Christian framework that underpins safeguarding, belonging and student development.

Head Teacher's Message

At Bishop Young Academy we are committed to high-quality education in a safe, caring environment, providing excellent teaching and learning, pastoral care and opportunities for students to flourish academically, socially, spiritually and emotionally. The Christian vision underpins all we do, and we strive to create a welcoming family where every child is valued and enabled to flourish. The school emphasizes partnership with parents, governors and the wider community and highlights the motto In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower.

Facilities

Sports Hall Outdoor Tennis Court Rugby Pitch Dance Studio Drama Studio

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Overview Character Curriculum (The Bishop Character) KS4 Options Remote Learning Personal Development Prospectus

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Breakfast Club runs from 8:05 am - 8:20 am.

Admissions Criteria

Published Admission Number (PAN) is 180 per year group. For September 2026 entry, applications for year 7 are made in advance with a national closing date of 31 October 2025. Offers are made by the Local Authority on national offer day. If applying under faith criteria, a Supplementary Information Form (SIF) must be submitted by 31 October 2025. In-year applications follow the Leeds coordinated in-year scheme. Waiting lists are kept until the end of the school year, and appeals are handled by an independent panel. “Admisssions Policies” and related timelines are available on the admissions page.

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