Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford
75%
Capacity
598
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford
If you are a parent in Bradford considering Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, the numbers suggest you are not alone in your interest. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 634 applications for just 117 places, an oversubscription ratio of 5.42 to one. Of those, 254 families put it as their first preference, and 106 of those received offers. This level of demand is a strong signal of local reputation. While the school does not publish a formal parent satisfaction survey, the sheer volume of first-choice applications indicates a high degree of trust among families. The school is a state-funded boys' secondary with a Muslim religious character, led by headteacher Robina Naznine. It currently has 598 pupils on roll against a capacity of 800, so there is room to grow, but competition for places remains fierce.
Academically, Eden Boys' Leadership Academy performs well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.15 means pupils achieve nearly a fifth of a grade more per subject than pupils nationally with similar starting points. That compares very favourably to the Bradford local authority average of -0.19. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, the school received Outstanding in every category: overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Attainment 8 sits at 51.3, and 79.6 per cent of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The school ranks 11th out of 34 secondary schools in Bradford, placing it in the top third locally. In maths, Progress 8 is particularly strong at 0.46, and English follows at 0.36, though the EBacc element shows a slightly negative score of -0.12.
The school offers a wide range of facilities, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, astro turf, theatre, and a sixth form centre, reflecting its all-through 11-19 provision. Sports on offer include football, rugby, rowing, and gymnastics, while clubs range from coding and debate to gardening and Young Enterprise. For families with children who have special educational needs, the school lists provisions for a broad spectrum of needs, including dyslexia, autism, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. With 29 per cent of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse and economically mixed intake. Given its strong academic outcomes, high demand, and Muslim ethos, this school will particularly suit families who value a disciplined, faith-aligned environment with proven results and a wide extracurricular offer.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Boys |
| Religious Character | Muslim |
| Address | Syedna Way, Bradford, Bradford, BD8 9AR |
| Headteacher | Robina Naznine |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Number of Pupils | 598 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.0% |
| School Capacity | 598 / 800 (75% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.15)
1194th of 3,141
Nationally
103rd of 306
In Yorkshire and the Humber
11th of 34
In Bradford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed117
634
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
254 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Above the national average (25%) — higher-disadvantage intake.
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- Asian88.2%
- Mixed4.3%
- White (other)0.5%
- Black0.2%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Half of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
27
Total schools
24
Oversubscribed
21
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Syedna Way, Bradford
Bradford, BD8 9AR
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