Morley Newlands Academy
Leeds, LS27 8PG · Leeds · primary school
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16th 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 — 8.2/10 against 3,780 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Morley Newlands Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 17.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Get Together Club, Singing Squad, and Rock Steady, alongside Karate, Volleyball, and Gymnastics. Arts options include Northern School of Contemporary Dance and Ukulele lessons, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 678 pupils against a stated capacity of 669. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled to avoid conflicts with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Morley Newlands Academy
Overview
Morley Newlands Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, which judged the school outstanding for overall effectiveness. The report describes a school with "exceptionally high expectations" for pupils, extending beyond academic achievement to behaviour and the breadth of experiences offered. Leaders demonstrate a consistent commitment to the school’s moral mission, ensuring that decisions are rooted in what is best for pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" to provide pupils with the knowledge, vocabulary, and experiences needed for future success, beginning explicitly in the early years.
- Staff "skilfully check what pupils have understood" before progressing, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well.
- Attendance has "consistently improved over time," supported by a culture that promotes regular attendance from the earliest stages of education.
- Pupils benefit from "extensive" opportunities for broader development, including physical health, mental well-being, and activities such as karate and singing squads.
- The school’s systems for evaluating the impact of its actions are described as "extremely rigorous," with leaders continually seeking ways to further develop pupil experiences.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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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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