2026 Best Sixth Form Schools in Leeds Area

Schools in the Leeds built-up area. Leeds sixth form schools deliver strong A-Level results, with 30% of students achieving A*/A grades, comparable to England's 25%, and 57% achieving A*/A/B grades, above the national average of 50%. Sixth form providers have an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.2/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.7/10 (Excellent). The Grammar School At Leeds leads among state sixth forms with excellent results, while Leeds Mathematics School and Allerton High School are top-ranked independent options. With 17 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.