Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery
91%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery
Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Daggett, it falls under Leeds local authority.
Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 27 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Chapel Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS15 4HL |
| Headteacher | Sarah Daggett |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 234 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Sept 2018): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
17 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chapel Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS15 4HL
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