Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allie Hopkinson, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12312th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 181st out of 204 in Leeds.
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 17 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Burley Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS4 2HY |
| Headteacher | Allie Hopkinson |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.9% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12312th of 13,686
Nationally
1344th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
181st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
71
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Burley Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS4 2HY
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