Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Leeds, LS26 0BJ · Leeds · primary school
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60th 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 the 2,369 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 4.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Maths Club, Comic Club, Revision, Chess, Crafting, Junior Journalist, and Art Club. Sports include Rugby, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, Girls’ Football, and Netball, alongside a Choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 211 pupils against a stated capacity of 211. 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 fall below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with similar backgrounds to the local intake?
What Ofsted said about Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Overview
Rothwell St Mary’s RC Primary School is described as an “exceptional school” where the community consistently lives out values of “reverence, resilience and respect.” Pupils achieve very well academically and in their personal development, benefiting from a “well-planned and carefully sequenced curriculum” and high expectations. The report confirms the school’s previous outstanding judgement across all inspection categories.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and “carefully sequenced,” allowing pupils to talk about their learning in “great detail” and make “excellent progress.”
- Children “flourish in the early years,” responding positively to clear routines while staff expertly develop language skills through play.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a “strength,” with careful adaptations ensuring they “achieve extremely well.”
- The reading curriculum is “highly effective,” with consistent phonics teaching and books that match pupils’ known sounds, fostering a “love of reading.”
- Pupils are “exceptionally well behaved,” showing kindness and pride, while attendance is “significantly above national levels.”
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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