Deighton Gates Primary School
Wetherby, LS22 7XL · Leeds · primary school
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140th 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 1,801 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 3.7/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Deighton Gates Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, Musical Theatre, Spanish and Music Lessons, Choir, Multi-Sports, Netball and Football, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 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 to close the gap between the 50.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to maintain the higher standard achievement rate of 10.0%? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the core academic subjects?
What Ofsted said about Deighton Gates Primary School
Overview
Deighton Gates Primary School is described as a "warm, welcoming and caring school" where pupils are proud to be part of the community. The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, with leaders managing recent leadership changes effectively and maintaining high expectations for all pupils.
Strengths
- Staff treat every child as an individual, and parents value the time taken to discuss concerns, with all survey respondents recommending the school.
- Classrooms are "calm, orderly places" where pupils focus on learning and interact politely with peers and adults.
- Leaders have developed an "ambitious curriculum" that effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early reading is prioritised, with pupils quickly learning phonics sounds; additional support is provided for those who need it.
- Mathematics teaching enables pupils to apply knowledge through reasoning and problem-solving, with effective assessment identifying gaps in learning.
- The curriculum in physical education is clearly mapped, allowing pupils to progressively develop skills in coordination, balance, and agility.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum does not clearly identify how pupils’ knowledge can be deepened in all subjects, meaning opportunities to fully benefit from the intended curriculum are sometimes missed.
- Leaders should further develop ways for pupils to extend their learning to create deeper links across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with strong processes in place to support pupils, swift follow-up on concerns, and robust checks for staff and volunteers.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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