Leeds Conservatoire works closely with Leeds City Council, the Students' Union, all Higher Education Institutions in Leeds, Luminate Education Group, the Office for Students and the Department for Education, and is committed to making our campuses, and the communities we interact with, as safe as possible.
Our main switchboard number is 0113 222 3400. Many teams are hybrid working, so we may not be able to put your call through to the relevant team straight away. If you would like to make an initial enquiry by email, please use the contact us page.
Leeds Conservatoire stands in solidarity with everyone affected by the UK Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of ‘woman’ under the Equality Act 2010.
We celebrate self-expression through music, drama, and creativity. We believe all artists should feel safe, confident and free to express who they are. Now more than ever, we know how important it is to keep our spaces open, respectful, and welcoming. We stand for diversity and difference, and we celebrate shared identities.
This ruling is a chance for us to strengthen our support for the trans community — among our students, staff, artists, and audiences. We wholeheartedly stand against any anti-trans sentiment or rhetoric. We will continue to highlight and centre trans voices, especially as this community faces increasing marginalisation. We care about the safety and wellbeing of all our students and staff and believe this ruling harmful to a lot of already marginalised and othered groups. We will work closely with our staff networks and student diversity representatives to ensure this.
We will not exclude nor segregate the trans community. Our buildings, facilities, and programmes are open to everyone. We know that understanding the full impact of this ruling will take time and care. We also know we may sometimes get things wrong. But we promise to face challenges with openness, humility, and respect. Even when we make mistakes, we will stay committed to fairness, justice, and doing the right thing.
Updated March 2025
There has been a recent increase in measles cases in our region. The majority of cases nationally and locally are among unvaccinated people.
Measles is a highly infectious disease that can lead to serious complications. It starts with cold-like symptoms such as a high fever, runny or blocked nose, sore throat, and a cough as well as sore, red watery eyes. Between two to four days later a rash will appear, this starts on the face before spreading to other parts of the body. See Measles - NHS for more information.
Measles is preventable through vaccination but not treatable and can be particularly dangerous for those who are pregnant and those with weakened immune systems.
We encourage students and staff to check their vaccination status for MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella). The MMR vaccine is free on the NHS and is given as two doses. If you haven’t had an MMR vaccine or you’re unsure, please contact your GP surgery for advice.
Anyone displaying symptoms should restrict their social interactions and refrain from attending the conservatoire until they are no longer contagious and seek advice from their GP. Call your GP surgery before you go in. They may suggest talking over the phone. Alternatively, call 111 or get help from 111 online.
Updated August 2024
Leeds Conservatoire is committed to ensuring that it provides a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported, regardless of their background.
We will do all we can to support anyone who feels concerned or affected by news articles concerning protests in the UK. Luminate Education Group, of which Leeds Conservatoire is a member, stands firmly against all forms of racism, violence, and hatred.
The Health and Wellbeing Team are here to support enrolled students who may be affected.
An Employee Assistance Programme is available 24/7 for staff.
The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) has a student advice line, open Monday to Friday from 1:00PM to 4:00PM (UK time) on +44 20 7788 9214. Visit the UKCISA website for details of the student advice line, plus other sources of support.
Safety in our Buildings
Our risk assessment is continually reviewed to ensure that it is relevant and up to date.
In order to keep our community as safe as possible, we encourage staff and students to stay away from conservatoire buildings when ill.
Staff and students should follow the online absence reporting process.
Emergency Evacuations information including Evacuation Chair and Refuge Points can be found on this page.
Tackling Antisocial Behaviour and Noise Nuisance
We expect our students to conduct themselves at all times in a manner that demonstrates respect for the conservatoire, its students and staff, and members of the wider community. Every student is an ambassador for the conservatoire and, accordingly, is expected to behave in a way that enhances its reputation.
Leeds Conservatoire works in partnership with the city’s other higher education institutions, the Leeds City Council Antisocial Behaviour Team and West Yorkshire Police to tackle noise nuisance and antisocial behaviour.
How to Report an Issue with Antisocial Behaviour or Noise Nuisance
If you are experiencing an issue with antisocial behaviour or noise nuisance from domestic properties, you should in the first instance contact the Leeds City Council Antisocial Behaviour Team:
The city’s higher education institutions work closely with the Antisocial Behaviour Team, but to enable prompt action where student residents are involved, we encourage you to also share information with the Neighbourhood Helpline in one of the following ways:
- Complete this online form
- Call 0113 343 1064 (24 hour voicemail service)
- Email the Neighbourhood Helpline
The Neighbourhood Helpline aims to respond to emails and calls within 48 hours, but this may be longer during busy periods and at weekends or holidays. Details of complaints are shared between Helpline partners to help identify students living in the properties concerned.
Allegations of student misconduct in relation to the behaviours set out in the Student Code of Conduct will be considered in accordance with the conservatoire’s Student Conduct and Disciplinary Policy.
Reporting an Incident
If you experience inappropriate behaviour of any kind from a student or staff member, you can report this to the conservatoire through our incident reporting form. A member of the Quality team will be in touch to discuss further.
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