Calverley Parkside Primary School
Pudsey, LS28 5PQ · Leeds · primary school
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102nd 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 the 3,377 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4/10 among them, against 5.3/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Calverley Parkside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4 out of 10 among them, against 5.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 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
Since the higher standard attainment is below the national median, what specific strategies are in place to support pupils aiming for greater depth? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum to support learning?
What Ofsted said about Calverley Parkside Primary School
Overview
Calverley Parkside Primary School is described as a “school transformed” where leaders have rebuilt community trust and established “ambitious” curricula. Pupils enjoy attending, behave well, and achieve highly, supported by staff with “consistently strong subject knowledge.” The report highlights effective leadership and positive relationships, noting that parents are “unanimous in saying they would recommend the school.”
Strengths
- Leaders have developed clear curriculum plans that build logically from early years through to Year 6, ensuring pupils learn subject-specific vocabulary accurately.
- Teachers explain new concepts clearly and use resources effectively, while the SENDCo ensures staff are well-informed to support pupils with additional needs.
- Reading is prioritised through daily shared reading and a new phonics programme, with “highly effective interventions” for those needing extra support.
- Relationships are “very positive,” with bullying being “very rare” and resolved effectively; pupils feel safe and are encouraged to report concerns.
- Staff feel well-supported and proud, benefiting from a leadership development programme that also supports other schools in the trust.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must consistently identify gaps in pupils’ pre-existing knowledge to ensure new learning builds securely on what pupils already know.
- Leaders should redouble efforts to improve attendance for pupils who are missing school too often without valid reasons.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving frequent training to recognise risks and report concerns swiftly, ensuring pupils know how to stay safe and who to turn to for support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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