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Alder Tree Primary Academy

Alder Tree Primary Academy

Leeds, LS7 2DRPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

73%

Capacity

306

Pupils

2.4x

Demand

About Alder Tree Primary Academy

Alder Tree Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Alder Tree Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Burton, it falls under Leeds local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6398th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 98th out of 204 in Leeds.

Alder Tree Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 25 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Alder Tree Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Alder Tree Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressPotternewton Mount, Leeds, Leeds, LS7 2DR
HeadteacherKate Burton
Local AuthorityLeeds
Number of Pupils306
Free School Meals (FSM)39.0%
School Capacity306 / 420 (73% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

8 Nov 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)

6398th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

669th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

98th of 204

In Leeds

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

64%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:73%
Higher:20%
Writing
Expected:73%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:70%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +11%

'22/23

53%

'23/24

64%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Music RoomsPlaying FieldsSensory RoomGymnasiumSports HallForest SchoolLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

CricketGymnasticsNetballRoundersCross CountryFootball

Clubs & Activities

GardeningCodingChessEco ClubFilm ClubChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

25

Applications

61

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

18 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Alder Tree Primary Academy

Alder Tree Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01132620021

Potternewton Mount, Leeds

Leeds, LS7 2DR

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Potternewton Mount, Leeds

Leeds, LS7 2DR

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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