Beeston Primary School
Leeds, LS11 8PN · Leeds · primary school
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150th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.5/10 against 2,315 of them, against 3.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beeston Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, multi-skills, dodgeball, and karate clubs, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 660 pupils against a stated capacity of 708. 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 steps are taken to help students progress from the expected to the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Beeston Primary School
Overview
Beeston Primary School is described as a place where "children are at the very heart of everything," with leaders making decisions in pupils' best interests. The report highlights an "ambitious" curriculum and "high expectations of behaviour," noting that pupils are "courteous, polite, cheerful" and view the school as a "safe and happy place."
Strengths
- Early years provision is rated "Outstanding," with children getting off to the "best possible start" through a rich, tailored curriculum.
- Leaders have "prioritised reading," ensuring books are "celebrated and conspicuous" and using efficient systems to support pupils who fall behind.
- Subject leaders are "passionate and knowledgeable," delivering a "well sequenced" curriculum that prepares pupils for the next phase of education.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported very well" and make "good progress in line with their peers."
- Staff report being "happy to work at the school," benefiting from training that aligns with development priorities and careful consideration of workload.
Areas to improve
- The report states that "sometimes, teachers are more concerned with how to teach rather than what to teach," causing important knowledge to be overlooked.
- Leaders should ensure that "pedagogy is closely matched to curriculum content" so pupils secure the "vital knowledge they need to know."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," characterised by a "relentless commitment to ensuring that pupils are safe," rigorous record keeping, and a "strong culture of safeguarding" established by well-trained staff.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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