Lowtown Primary School
Pudsey, LS28 9BB · Leeds · primary school
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26th 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 — 9.5/10 against 4,292 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lowtown Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% 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 (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 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 last inspection was in 2023, what changes have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Lowtown Primary School
Overview
Lowtown Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy their learning and feel cared for. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum and a strong ethos of care, trust, and respect, with leaders setting clear behavioural expectations.
Strengths
- Pupils display the school’s ‘moral values’ in their interactions and have a strong understanding of bullying, including online safety.
- There is a clear focus on early reading, with consistent phonics teaching and books that closely match the sounds pupils have learned.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as their peers, with bespoke adaptations for those with complex needs.
- Staff feel well supported with their workload and well-being, and governors have strong, strategic systems to monitor school performance.
- Pupils have a strong understanding of protected characteristics and know how to recognise prejudice and discrimination.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum subject checks are not always precise enough, failing to provide sufficient information on how well pupils in danger of falling behind, including some with SEND, are achieving.
- Leaders should ensure checks focus on identifying where teachers need support to structure tasks more precisely for lower-attaining learners.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and concerns being acted upon swiftly and diligently.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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