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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School Type

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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 A-Levels

UK higher education

61%

School

70%

England

Higher Apprenticeships

1%

School

1%

England

Higher education or training

School:66%
England:73%

Top 3rd of higher education institutions

School:11%
England:23%

...of which Russell Group

School:11%
England:21%

...of which Oxford/Cambridge

School:0%
England:1%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Planning ahead for school holidays 2025? Below are the Ealing term dates and the half-term dates 2024/25.

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Sixth Form Open Evening

Oct 23


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Enrichment Activities

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Being a school-based Sixth Form offers many opportunities for students which enhances their learning and develops their personal skills.

Work experience week for all students during the Summer term of Year 12

Applications to Oxford and / or Cambridge

About School

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityLeeds
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed