The Morley Academy, previously Morley High School, was one of the first converter academies in the country. Because of its performance in all aspects of student achievement for many years the school is nationally respected.

Outcomes in examinations are consistently exceptional; with The Morley Academy featuring as amongst the highest performing secondary schools in the country for many years. The academy has a powerful reputation for its work in improving the performance of disadvantaged children which is recognised nationally.

In its inspections of 2009 and 2013 the academy was judged to be Outstanding and in 2016 The Morley Academy was accredited as a World Class School and has subsequently reaccredited as world class on a number of occasions.

Adam Ryder who has been Principal of The Morley Academy since September 2018, brings with him a great deal of expertise in school improvement and transformational leadership. He is also a highly respected Ofsted inspector.