The Elland Academy is an alternative provision free school in Leeds for children and young people aged 3 to 19.
- Ages 3–19
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 3 to 19
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Headteacher
- Mrs Debbie Cartwright (Head of Academy)
- Part of
- Delta Academies Trust
- Opened
- 1 September 2014
- Free school meals
- 0% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Leeds
- School reference (URN)
- 141140
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Leeds council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, July 2017; school remains Good (July 2023)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in July 2017. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
- SafeguardingEffective
Since then: School remains Good (ungraded inspection, July 2023).
Contact and getting there
Gelderd Road, 118, Leeds, LS12 6DQ
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Other SEND schools nearby
- Future Horizons Leeds Ltd Independent · Ages 19–30 0.7 miles
- The Stephen Longfellow Academy Alternative provision · Ages 5–16 · Ofsted: Good 1.1 miles
- Beeston Hill St Luke's Church of England Primary School Mainstream + base · Ages 3–11 · Ofsted: Good 1.2 miles
By need in Leeds: Autism (16) · Speech and language (12) · Hearing (8) · Physical (8) · SEMH (7) · Moderate learning (7) · Severe learning (6) · Dyslexia and SpLD (5) · Vision (4) · Multi-sensory (4) · PMLD (3)
Questions about The Elland Academy
How do I get a place at The Elland Academy?
Places at The Elland Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Leeds council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does The Elland Academy take?
Aged 3 to 19, boys and girls.
What is The Elland Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in July 2023 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is The Elland Academy?
Gelderd Road, 118, Leeds, LS12 6DQ, in Leeds.
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