Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College
Farnley Lane, Otley, LS21 2BBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College is a secondary school in Otley for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 295 schools in Leeds. It ranks 4th of 42 secondary schools in Leeds. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in November 2024, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 November 2024, report published 28 November 2024
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Sixth form provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 November 2024
Pupils and staff are proud to be part of this exceptional school community. Pupils are ambitious for their futures. Staff have high expectations of everyone. Pupils' academic success and personal achievements are recognised. Many pupils achieve exceptionally well. Everyone has the opportunity to flourish. Pupils respect and celebrate each other's differences. The school ensures that everyone can, and will, succeed in their future endeavours. Pupils' behaviour is excellent. Staff rarely need to issue reminders about expectations. Pupils are resilient and hard-working. They contribute well to lessons. Students in the sixth form demonstrate excellent commitment to their studies. They are role models for younger pupils. The school provides high-quality academic and pastoral support for all. Pupils know that if they need help, staff will always provide it. Pupils develop into responsible citizens. They appreciate people who are different or less fortunate than themselves. Long-standing partnerships with schools in other countries benefit those involved. Charity work and community action underpin the school's values. Pupil leadership opportunities are vast. The school encourages everyone to participate in the wider life of the school. Because staff are supportive, caring and passionate, pupils thrive. The school shapes young people's lives positively and inspires them for future success.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
252 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
161 students
Average A level grade B, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,641 pupils on roll, with places for 1,606
Schools near Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 55.0 |
| Guiseley School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 49.6 |
| Benton Park School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Not published |
| Ilkley Grammar School | 5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 56.5 |
| Woodhouse Grove School | 5 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 22.2 |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Ms Sally Bishop
- Phone
- 01943463524
- Address
- Farnley Lane, Otley, LS21 2BB
- Local authority
- Leeds
- URN
- 137704
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.