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Brigshaw High School

Leeds, WF10 2HRSecondaryAges 11–18MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Oct 2024
Progress 8
+0.05
Above average
−20+2
Competition
0.9×
Not oversubscribed
212 1st-choice / 224 places
Ranking
#1,402
of 3,141 nationally

About Brigshaw High School

Brigshaw High School is a large secondary school in Leeds with a current roll of 1,332 pupils against a capacity of 1,500, meaning it has some headroom but remains popular. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 21.2%, which is notably higher than the national average and reflects the school's inclusive intake. Demand is strong: for the 2025/26 academic year, the school received 457 applications for 224 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.04, with 212 first-preference offers made. The school is mixed, non-denominational, and serves ages 11 to 18, with a dedicated sixth form centre. Headteacher Duncan Roberts leads a school that, in its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, was judged to be Good overall, with leadership and management also rated Good. The inspection was an ungraded visit that confirmed standards were maintained, building on a previous graded Good rating from 2013.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressBrigshaw Lane, Castleford, Leeds, WF10 2HR
HeadteacherDuncan Roberts
Local AuthorityLeeds
Number of Pupils1,332
Free School Meals (FSM)21.2%
School Capacity1,332 / 1,500 (89% full)
Sixth FormYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

23 Oct 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Latest monitoring visit (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained

Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

8
LibraryGymnasiumSwimming PoolICT SuiteMusic RoomsTennis CourtsDining HallSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

BasketballCross CountryGymnasticsDanceFootballRowingMartial ArtsRugby

Clubs & Activities

DebateOrchestraModel United NationsGardeningDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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Resourced Provision
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultySevere LearningResourced ProvisionOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brigshaw High School

Brigshaw High School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.