Alder Tree Primary Academy
Leeds, LS7 2DR · Leeds · primary school
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110th of 211 primary schools in Leeds we can score, 221 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.3/10 against 1,390 of them, against 5.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alder Tree Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 279 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Alder Tree Primary Academy
Overview
Alder Tree Primary Academy is a school where pupils are happy, safe, and keen to learn, supported by a curriculum that is described as "wide and interesting." Leaders have driven "rapid and significant improvement" since the school joined its trust, fostering a positive culture where pupils trust adults and incidents of bullying are now "infrequent."
Strengths
- The curriculum engages pupils, helping them understand subject identities and potential careers, with strong links to the local community.
- Teachers receive "expert guidance and coaching," enabling them to plan lessons that build knowledge step by step and provide immediate help.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve well from their individual starting points" through detailed support and close work with external agencies.
- The early years provision is "ambitious," preparing children well for Year 1 through exploration in familiar contexts and staff modelling play.
- Pupils demonstrate maturity in debating issues, showing respect for others and taking on leadership roles such as "anti-bullying ambassadors."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is implemented "consistently well across all subjects and classes," as some subjects like art and design are less well embedded.
- Leaders should strengthen teachers’ subject knowledge in mathematics to quickly correct misconceptions, as some pupils currently hold "incorrect number facts."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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