Is Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 27 February 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 7th of 35 secondary schools in Bradford. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford averaged an Attainment 8 score of 49.8 (England: 46.2). 65.8% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford?

Applications for Year 7 places at Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

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Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford

Syedna Way, Bradford, BD8 9AR

Local ranking7th of 35 secondary schools in Bradford

Ofsted: OutstandingUpdated

Secondary

Phase

800

Capacity

11-19

Age range

Boys

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 27 February 2024. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 49.8 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 65.8% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 77.8% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 117

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 598
Boys: 598 (100%)
Capacity: 800 (75% full)
SEND: 18.9%
FSM Eligible: 30.3%
EAL: 66.1%
SEN with EHC Plan: 2.3%
SEN Support: 16.6%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 33.1
Budget per Pupil: £7,467/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 6.5% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 19.8% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Free schools
Phase: Secondary
Religious Character: Muslim
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

Asian Pakistani: 81.6%
Asian Indian: 5.5%
Mixed Other: 3.3%
Asian Bangladeshi: 3.0%
Other: 3.0%
Asian Other: 1.0%
Mixed White & Asian: 0.9%
White Other: 0.5%

81.6%

Asian Pakistani

5.5%

Asian Indian

3.3%

Mixed Other

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01274280350

info@ebbradford.staracademies.org

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Syedna Way

Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber

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Administrative

URN: 147204
UKPRN: 10083744
Establishment No.: 4087
Trust: STAR ACADEMIES

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