Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Leeds, LS4 2HY · Leeds · primary school
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48th 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 — 8.5/10 against 1,144 of them, against 7.1/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 38% | 3.61 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 22.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access swimming and forest schools activities, alongside a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the forest schools sessions? How are places allocated for the upcoming entry year?
What Ofsted said about Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where “a sense of kindness permeates” and pupils are warmly welcomed, particularly those new to the country. Leaders are “tenacious in their vision to improve the school further,” having made significant changes to the curriculum to ensure pupils “know more and remember more.” While attendance has improved significantly, the school acknowledges that previous outcomes did not reflect its ambition.
Strengths
- Staff have “high expectations of behaviour,” resulting in pupils who “conduct themselves well” and play harmoniously.
- The school “identifies and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well,” with a “well-considered curriculum.”
- Reading is prioritised effectively; children learn phonics quickly and Key Stage 2 pupils read complex texts “fluently and with confidence.”
- The early years curriculum helps children develop language skills through stories and songs, while they “play happily with their peers.”
- Governors and leaders are “rigorous in their current evaluation of the school,” providing challenge to ensure continued improvement.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum implementation is inconsistent; in some subjects, improvements are “not identified or acted upon as quickly as they could be.”
- Checks on pupil knowledge do not always inform subsequent learning, meaning pupils sometimes access tasks that are “too challenging” and do not build on current understanding.
- The wider offer beyond the academic curriculum is limited, with a restricted choice of extra-curricular activities.
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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