East Garforth Primary Academy
Leeds, LS25 2HF · Leeds · primary school
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23rd 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 — 9.8/10 against 4,133 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 40.0 · 100 | 25% | 2.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
East Garforth Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 40.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join music groups including piano, guitar, drums, string, woodwind, brass, and choir, as well as Forest Schools. Sports activities include football, athletics, and dodgeball.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 pupils against a stated capacity of 346. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical Forest Schools session involve for younger children?
What Ofsted said about East Garforth Primary Academy
Overview
Leaders maintain high expectations for academic success and personal development, which are largely realised. The school fosters a "calm, industrious atmosphere" where pupils behave exceptionally well and feel safe, supported by strong pastoral care and a positive reading culture.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "very positive attitudes to learning" and show resilience, tolerance, and empathy towards others.
- The mathematics curriculum is "particularly strong," with carefully considered and coherently sequenced content.
- A robust strategy develops reading fluency from the early years, ensuring pupils who struggle are supported to "catch up quickly."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported effectively" to access all aspects of the curriculum.
- Strong links with local commercial partners expose pupils to the world of work, helping them articulate future career aspirations.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, such as history, the curriculum is "overly ambitious" with concepts that are too complex, leading to pupils having "jumbled knowledge."
- Early years activities sometimes lack a "sharp enough focus" on precise knowledge or skills, requiring high levels of adult support rather than fostering independence.
- Leaders should ensure curriculum plans are sharply focused on the precise knowledge pupils need to remember and that teachers effectively check acquisition.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with fit-for-purpose policies, comprehensive staff training, and robust recruitment procedures ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 91% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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