White Laith Primary School
Leeds, LS14 2BL · Leeds · primary school
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40th 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 — 9.3/10 against 2,601 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.48 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.05 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
White Laith Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 241 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about White Laith Primary School
Overview
White Laith Primary School continues to be a good school, fostering a community that lives by the motto ‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’. Pupils are described as ‘kind, courteous and respectful’, with bullying being ‘exceptionally rare’ and a strong emphasis on personal and moral development alongside academic learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is designed to ‘stimulate and challenge’ all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with knowledge building securely over time.
- Teachers check for ‘secure prerequisite knowledge’ before starting new topics, adjusting teaching to address gaps and ensure success.
- Reading is a high priority, with consistent phonics application and specific adaptations to help pupils ‘catch-up’ after pandemic-related absences.
- Staff support pupils with additional needs effectively, with the SENCo evaluating strategies to ensure individual success.
- The school is a ‘singing community’, with weekly whole-school singing sessions cited as a highlight for staff and pupils.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum plans in a small number of subjects do not clearly identify crucial prior knowledge, preventing teachers from checking readiness or adjusting teaching.
- Assessment in most subjects focuses on short-term learning rather than long-term retention, meaning leaders cannot accurately evaluate curriculum effectiveness.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ where all staff know the risks, signs of concern, and reporting procedures.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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