St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Leeds, LS25 1PS · Leeds · primary school
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57th 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 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2/10 among them, against 7.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| 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.
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2 out of 10 among them, against 7.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Dance Clubs, Forest Schools, Drumba, Bikeability Awards, and the School Sports Organising Crew. Sports include football, cross country, and athletics, with a trip to Lourdes. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical Forest Schools session involve for younger children? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming environment where the virtues of faithfulness, courage, and respect create a strong sense of community. Pupils feel happy and safe, benefiting from an inclusive curriculum and high staff expectations that foster exceptional behaviour and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" behaviour, showing high levels of respect and confidence that adults resolve issues quickly.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a "strength," with timely support and effective use of external agencies.
- Early reading and phonics teaching is effective, with all staff trained to the same standard and personalised interventions for those falling behind.
- There is a "wealth of opportunities" for wider development, including well-attended after-school clubs, charity work, and career exploration.
- Leaders have developed an "ambitious curriculum" for most subjects, enhanced by well-chosen trips and visitors.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in foundation subjects lacks consistency; leaders must ensure checks on pupil knowledge are "understood and are used consistently" to address learning gaps, mirroring the systems in English and mathematics.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with fit-for-purpose policies, appropriate staff training, and robust recruitment processes ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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