Welcome to Woodkirk Academy
I am delighted to welcome you to Woodkirk Academy and Sixth Form. We are a popular, successful and oversubscribed school, and are extremely proud of what our students and staff accomplish. <br><br>Our aim is to empower every individual to be the best they can be in all aspects of their lives as 21^{st} Century global citizens, and our work is underpinned by our shared values of: Work Hard. Be Kind. Take Responsibility.<br><br>All members of the school community work towards the same goals. Together we create a culture that supports our aims. A culture that is safe, calm and supportive; that values growth and personal development; that prioritises positive experiences every day; and that is fully inclusive, ensuring equality of opportunity for all.Mr Tim Jones, Principal
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academies
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,775 Total
No. of Boys
962 (54.2%)
No. of Girls
813 (45.8%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
33.6%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
7.09%
A*/A grades
26.01%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
87%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
4%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
54%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
9%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Events
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Exciting Events Ahead!
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Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Oct 23, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 13
Half Term 2
Feb 23 - Apr 2
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 20 - May 22
Half Term 2
Jun 1 - Jul 21
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Holiday
Dec 22 - Jan 1
Spring Half Term
Feb 16 - Feb 20
Easter Holiday
Apr 3 - Apr 17
May Half Term
May 25 - May 29
Summer Holidays
Jul 22 - Sep 3
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About School
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |