Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford
Bradford, BD8 9AR · Bradford · secondary school
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5th of 35 secondary schools in Bradford we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 640 of them, against 7.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 65.8 · 87 | 30% | 2.62 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.15 · 60 | 25% | 1.51 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.8 · 69 | 10% | 0.69 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 49.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.15 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in April 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 598 pupils against a stated capacity of 800. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support boys in developing leadership skills beyond the classroom? What specific trips or external experiences are available for Year 11 students? How does the school monitor individual progress for pupils who are below the national median in Attainment 8?
What Ofsted said about Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils learn a "high-quality curriculum with great academic ambition" and achieve "extremely well." It highlights an inclusive environment where pupils are "very well mannered and diligent," feeling safe and proud of their institution. The inspection concludes that the school provides exceptional preparation for life beyond education through strong character development and community engagement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "impressive" in helping pupils understand their locality and broaden horizons, with "increasing complexity" in key stage 3.
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent behaviour and conduct," typified by sociable dining and support from pupil leaders.
- There is a "very positive culture of reading," with pupils speaking "confidently and knowledgeably" about texts.
- Personal development is "highly effective," fostering a well-developed understanding of "individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance."
- Staff are "incredibly proud" and receive high-quality professional development, particularly those at an early career stage.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 51.3 |
| 2024/25 | 49.1 |
| 2025/26 | 49.8 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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