2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Leeds Area

Leeds sixth form schools deliver strong A-Level results, with 28% of students achieving A*/A grades, comparable to England's 25%, and 54% achieving A*/A/B grades, above the national average of 50%. Sixth form providers have an average FMS Inspection Score of 8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). Allerton High School leads among state sixth forms with excellent results, while The Grammar School At Leeds and Horsforth School are top-ranked independent options. With 27 sixth form providers across Leeds, students in Headingley, Chapel Allerton, and Roundhay benefit from diverse academic pathways and strong links to the city's universities. Explore the map to see sixth form options near you and compare A-Level performance across schools.