What you need to know
If you are a parent or legal guardian, it is your legal responsibility to make sure your child is in full-time school education between the age of 5 and 16, and in training or education until they are 18.
In this section you can find out more about how the school system works in Leeds and how to choose and apply to the school you want them to attend.
You can also find out about education and training for young people and adults, as well as finding somewhere to learn English or develop skills for work.
If your children are not yet old enough for school, you can find out information on nurseries here:
Nursery Information
In This Section
Schools in the UK (5-16)
What you need to know All children should be in school by the September following their 5th birthday at the ... read more.
How do I choose a school?
It is a good idea to find out about your local schools to help you decide which ones to apply ... read more.
How do I apply to a school?
Primary and secondary school: if the school year has already started The following information is for you if you are ... read more.
Attending school
What you need to know It is very important to make sure your children regularly attend school, as this helps ... read more.
Education and training (16-18)
What you need to know All young people can leave school at 16 if they want, but by law they ... read more.
Going to College
Choosing & applying to a college Like schools, colleges are inspected by Ofsted to check for the quality of their ... read more.
Adult education and training (18+)
If you are over 18 and want to develop your work skills, get a qualification, or learn something new, there ... read more.
Learning English
Learning English will really help you find employment and there are many places where you can learn English in Leeds, ... read more.
