St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley
Leeds, LS27 9LX · Leeds · primary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 4,250 of them, against 9.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 91.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 91.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 33.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs such as Mini Vinnies, Chaplaincy Team, and Reading buddies. Sports include football, swimming, and triathlon, while arts activities cover dance, archery, and sewing. Trips range from a Year 6 residential to Herd Farm to a Year 1 potato planting session. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 252 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
What support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the various clubs and trips scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley
Overview
St Francis Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, with its religious character central to the curriculum. The dedicated staff team supports the new headteacher’s vision, ensuring pupils feel happy, safe, and respected. The school’s improvement journey is accelerating rapidly following recent leadership changes.
Strengths
- Pupils are "consistently kind and courteous," demonstrating self-control and positive attitudes towards their education.
- The curriculum in English and mathematics is "fully implemented," with pupils achieving very well and showing great pride in their work.
- The early years environment is "nurturing," preparing children very well for Year 1 with swift reading development.
- Staff manage workload well, and assessment arrangements strike the "right balance between supporting pupils and ensuring that systems do not overburden staff."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported skilfully, making good progress from their individual starting points.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure that new subject leaders, who often cover multiple subjects, have the "time and support to further develop and improve their new areas of responsibility."
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 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 91% |
| 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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