Primley Wood Primary School
Leeds, LS17 7EZ · Leeds · primary school
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78th 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 — 7.3/10 against 3,014 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Primley Wood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 13.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Nishkam Musicians, attend House Sports Days, and perform in the Winter Concert and Primley’s Got Talent Show. Trips include Herd Farm and Robin Wood, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 245 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How are the House Sports Days structured for different year groups?
What Ofsted said about Primley Wood Primary School
Overview
Primley Wood Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils thrive in a welcoming environment where they are "safe, valued and included," consistently following school values that shape their learning and behaviour. The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils achieving well and responding positively to high aspirations for their achievement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well structured from Nursery to Year 6," enabling pupils to build knowledge over time, with particular success in reading and writing.
- Staff have "high aspirations for pupils’ achievement," and teaching effectively supports pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and English as an additional language.
- Pupils are "polite and kind," benefiting from clear routines that create a "calm and supportive environment" where positive behaviour is reinforced through rewards linked to school virtues.
- Personal development is enriched by a "wide range of opportunities," including themed days, community projects, clubs, and educational visits that build determination and teamwork.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects within the wider curriculum, tasks and activities do not always meet intended learning outcomes, meaning pupils do not always gain a "deeper understanding in their learning."
- Some staff feel unsupported regarding workload and well-being due to the "pace of change" since joining the multi-academy trust, which is impacting staff morale.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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