Victoria Junior School
Leeds, LS26 0RA · Leeds · primary school
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153rd 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 — 3.9/10 against 1,307 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Victoria Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% 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 Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 97 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 literacy? What specific trips or arts projects are scheduled for the next term?
What Ofsted said about Victoria Junior School
Overview
Victoria Junior School continues to be a good school, where staff put pupils at the heart of everything they do. Leaders have carefully planned the curriculum to ensure pupils build on previous learning, resulting in a happy and safe environment with warm relationships. The school provides high-quality personal development opportunities, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils feel happy and safe, with bullying being rare and adults dealing with incidents quickly.
- The curriculum is logically ordered, helping pupils build knowledge; for example, in PE, they apply previous learning about balance to gymnastics.
- Reading is prioritised, with pupils reading fluently and with confidence from a carefully chosen selection of books.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), allowing them to follow the full curriculum.
- Personal development is of a high quality, with pupils leading activities such as ‘fit bods’ and ‘Dragon’s Den design’.
Areas to improve
- In some reading and mathematics lessons, activities are not tightly focused on what pupils need to learn next.
- There are missed opportunities for pupils to further their thinking and make connections to their prior learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders taking swift action when concerns are raised.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 37% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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