King's Leadership Academy Warrington
Warrington, WA1 4PF · Warrington · secondary school
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1st of 13 secondary schools in Warrington we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 624 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 8.4/10 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 | 62.7 · 84 | 30% | 2.54 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.5 · 84 | 25% | 2.10 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 55.4 · 86 | 10% | 0.86 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
King's Leadership Academy Warrington overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in April 2025. In 2024/25, 64.7% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 56.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.5 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5 out of 10 among them, against 8.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award, play beach volleyball, fencing, or participate in penalty shootouts. Arts activities include flamenco dancing, poetry and poster competitions, origami, and a musical showcase. The school also organises a trip to Spain.
Getting in
The published school roll is 804 pupils against a stated capacity of 840. 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 pupils to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming for the Duke of Edinburgh Award?
What Ofsted said about King's Leadership Academy Warrington
Overview
King’s Leadership Academy Warrington has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged the school outstanding for overall effectiveness. This ungraded inspection confirms that the school continues to deliver a high-quality education with exemplary behaviour and strong leadership. The report highlights a culture where pupils are empowered, engaged, and well-prepared for their futures.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exemplary" behaviour, moving with purpose and maintaining silent corridors, while feeling safe and taking responsibility for their own learning.
- The curriculum is described as "broad and ambitious," with teachers who are "experts in their subjects" delivering lessons consistently well and addressing misconceptions quickly.
- Reading is a priority, with a "well established" culture that helps pupils who struggle to catch up rapidly through targeted support.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and supported with "excellent strategies," allowing them to achieve successfully alongside peers.
- The school provides extensive enrichment opportunities, including British Sign Language, fencing, and residential trips, fostering resilience and independence.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.4 |
| 2024/25 | 56.0 |
| 2025/26 | 55.4 |
| 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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