Westbrook Lane Primary School
Leeds, LS18 5AH · Leeds · primary school
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139th 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 2,153 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 6.0/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 7 | 35% | 0.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westbrook Lane Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 10.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in March 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with their reading?
What Ofsted said about Westbrook Lane Primary School
Overview
Westbrook Lane Primary School fosters a "calm" and "inclusive" environment where pupils feel safe and behave well. While attendance is strong and early years provision is effective, the report highlights that teaching quality is variable and pupils do not consistently secure foundational knowledge, particularly in writing.
Strengths
- Attendance rates are high, with "effective systems" to monitor and address absence.
- Behaviour is "calm" and "orderly," with staff maintaining "high expectations" and resolving issues swiftly.
- The early years curriculum is "comprehensive," with a strong focus on communication, language, and phonics.
- Inclusion is robust, with "thoughtful" support for SEND pupils, including "soft starts" and sensory resources.
- Leaders and governors work effectively, with a "consultative approach" that staff value.
Areas to improve
- Ensure the curriculum is taught "consistently well" across all subjects to help pupils secure knowledge over time.
- Use assessment "systematically" in foundation subjects to identify and address gaps in knowledge.
- Maintain "high expectations" for pupil engagement in all lessons to prevent disengagement.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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.
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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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