Ireland Wood Primary School
Leeds, LS16 6BW · Leeds · primary school
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103rd 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 — 6.4/10 against 2,151 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| 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.
Ireland Wood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to 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 January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 386 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Ireland Wood Primary School
Overview
Ireland Wood Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a high-quality education underpinned by a vision to ‘Immerse, Inspire, Include’. The report highlights a ‘caring and nurturing environment’ where staff care deeply about pupils and families, ensuring that inclusion is at the heart of the school’s operations.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, are happy, and behave well, with bullying being rare and the behaviour policy applied fairly.
- There is a strong focus on reading, with a systematic phonics approach ensuring younger pupils do not fall behind and older pupils read a wide variety of books.
- Staff provide high levels of support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), adapting learning so they can participate fully in lessons.
- The curriculum in mathematics is well thought out, allowing pupils to build knowledge over time and develop confidence and fluency in calculations.
- Leaders consider staff workload and well-being, with senior leaders described as having an ‘open door’ and being approachable.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure that subject-specific knowledge in design technology and computing is clearly identified, as current gaps in curriculum design create uncertainty in teaching and affect pupils’ learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems for safer recruitment, regular staff training, and secure knowledge among pupils on how to keep themselves safe, including online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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