Lift Kingswood

About Lift Kingswood

Kingswood Academy is a highly performing secondary school in Yorkshire, with a focus on providing a wide range of opportunities for students. The school has a calm and safe environment, with students feeling supported and motivated. The school's ambition is to give every child an excellent education, every day.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Richard Westoby

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 417 responses • 27.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.1% positive 14.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

91.8% positive 7.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93.7% positive 5.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

95.7% positive 2.9% negative

My child does well at this school

90.4% positive 8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 417 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

90.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

52.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.24

Progress 8

Above average

54.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

73.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

72.5% entered EBacc

42.5% achieved EBacc

233 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2022

5.0

"Amazing Experience for Our Daughter"

We've been incredibly happy with Kingswood Academy. The school's focus on behaviour and attitudes has really made a difference in our daughter's life. The range of extracurricular activities has also been a great benefit - she's loved joining the drumming club!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2021

4.0

"Excellent Education and Support"

My son attended Kingswood Academy a few years ago and we were really impressed with the education and support he received. The school's commitment to improving the life chances of its students is outstanding, and we feel that it has made a real difference in his life.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 1, 2020

3.0

"Some Great Aspects, But Areas for Improvement"

We're pleased with some aspects of Kingswood Academy, particularly the focus on personal development and the opportunities for extracurricular activities. However, we've experienced some issues with communication and organisation, which has been frustrating at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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