John Smeaton Academy
John Smeaton Academy is a secondary located in Leeds, LS15 8TA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 604 pupils on roll.
John Smeaton Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Leeds
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 604
Number of Boys: 319
Number of Girls: 285
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 45.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-21
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-06-19
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Moncur
Phone: 01138313900
Website: https://www.johnsmeatonacademy.org.uk/
Location: Barwick Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about John Smeaton Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of John Smeaton Academy?
John Smeaton Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does John Smeaton Academy admit?
John Smeaton Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is John Smeaton Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
John Smeaton Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is John Smeaton Academy?
John Smeaton Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near John Smeaton Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around John Smeaton Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near John Smeaton Academy?
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