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Alwoodley Primary School

Alwoodley Primary School

Leeds, LS17 5HXPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

115%

Capacity

485

Pupils

3.0x

Demand

About Alwoodley Primary School

Alwoodley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 485 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Alwoodley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher G. German, it falls under Leeds local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4019th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 204 in Leeds.

Alwoodley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 179 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Alwoodley Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Alwoodley Primary School 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
AddressCranmer Rise, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 5HX
HeadteacherG. German
Local AuthorityLeeds
Number of Pupils485
Free School Meals (FSM)20.2%
School Capacity485 / 420 (115% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

23 Apr 2024
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)

4019th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

404th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

60th 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

71%

Expected Standard

12%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:86%
Higher:37%
Writing
Expected:80%
Higher:17%
MathsAvg Score: 108
Expected:88%
Higher:53%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -1%

'22/23

72%

'23/24

71%

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

9
Outdoor PlaygroundICT SuiteMusic RoomsGymnasiumForest SchoolArt StudiosLibraryPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

AthleticsDanceCricketTennisGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

DramaCodingGardeningEco Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

60

Applications

179

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio3.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

55 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Alwoodley Primary School

Alwoodley Primary School 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

01132686104www.alwoodleyprimary.net

Cranmer Rise, Leeds

Leeds, LS17 5HX

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Cranmer Rise, Leeds

Leeds, LS17 5HX

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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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