St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa
Wetherby, LS23 6DX · Leeds · primary school
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28th 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 1,070 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.6/10 among them, against 9.3/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.6 out of 10 among them, against 9.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 197 pupils against a stated capacity of 199. 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 to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa
Overview
The report describes a school where the Catholic ethos is central, fostering strong character development and respect among pupils. Leaders and governors maintain high expectations, resulting in pupils who achieve well, behave politely, and feel safe within a supportive community.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" personal development, developing a "mature understanding of what it means to be a good citizen" and valuing differences.
- Reading provision is strong; phonics is taught consistently, enabling pupils to become "confident, fluent readers" with appropriate support for those needing to catch up.
- Behaviour is excellent, creating a "calm and orderly atmosphere" where pupils are "well mannered, polite and want to do their best".
- The early years curriculum is "ambitious and broad", with staff using probing questions to effectively develop children’s learning.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective", with staff well-trained and pupils having an "excellent understanding of online safety".
Areas to improve
- Governors must improve their understanding of the curriculum to "hold leaders to account for the quality of education effectively".
- Subject leaders require more expertise to support teachers in delivering the curriculum, as some currently "lack knowledge on how to support staff".
- Teachers need to ensure lesson activities consistently match the planned curriculum and adapt teaching to help pupils build on prior knowledge.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are well trained, checks are comprehensive, and leaders act quickly to support pupils’ welfare.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 95% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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