Welcome to Lighthouse School, Leeds
I am proud and privileged to lead such a unique and innovative school which is destination-focused. This is a school where students’ special interests, social and communication skills, abilities, academic and life skills are mapped and further developed so destinations can be identified and targeted for each individual.
Best wishes
Emma Sullivan - Interim Executive Principal
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100% of Lighthouse graduates have progressed to their next steps, including:
* Further Education at the University of Leeds and Sheffield, * Henshaws specialist college, * Supported internerships at Lighthouse Futures Trust, * Work including HMRC, John Lewis, hospitality and working abroad.
No students graduated from Lighthouse School, Leeds NEET.
Following a staff survey in July 2025, 100% of staff said:
*They are proud to work at Lighthouse School, Leeds, * School is aspirational for all students, *Feel the school promotes equality of opportunity and the school values, and that staff felt supported working at Lighthouse School, Leeds.
Lighthouse School, Leeds is part of Lighthouse Education Trust, a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales with company number 07591868.
The registered office is Arthington House, Hospital Lane, Cookridge, Leeds, England, LS16 6QB
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Date: Saturday 20th June 2026
Time: 11.30am - 2pm
Entry: 50p per adult, children are free. Cash only
Please come down to school on Hospital Lane, LS16 and join in the summer fun. ☀️
We have a raffle, tombolas, toys, gifts, delicious food and cakes and lots more! 🍰
The weather forecast is a sunny one 😎and we have an ice cream van to keep everyone cool.🍦 6 Likes
If you would like to donate to this amazing challenge, please see the Just Giving link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/leedsliverpoolandback2026 4 Likes
Saturday 20th June 2026, 11.30am to 2pm
The entrance fee is 50p per adult, children are free.
Cash only please.
Please e-mail: admin@lighthouseschool.co.uk If you:
* Would like a table at the fayre for £15 or
* Have any prizes to donate for the raffle.
Come down to school and enjoy lots of summer fun and an ice cream or two!
We hope you can join us!
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From observing ground crew operations to seeing hospitality and customer‑service roles in action, learners were able to link what they study in class to the wide range of jobs that keep an international airport running.
They also practiced key life skills such as travel awareness, communication, money management, and independent decision‑making while navigating the café and visitor areas.
Most importantly, the trip helped learners explore what genuinely interests them — whether that’s aviation, engineering, customer service, or simply understanding how large workplaces operate.
We’re incredibly proud of how engaged and curious they were throughout the day. Experiences like this help our learners build confidence, broaden their horizons, and take meaningful steps toward their future pathways. 28 Likes
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