Castleton Primary School
96%
Capacity
488
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Castleton Primary School
Castleton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 488 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 506 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castleton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mrs Lisa Gleadhill, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7752nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 115th out of 204 in Leeds.
Castleton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 Castleton Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Castleton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Green Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS12 1JZ |
| Headteacher | Mrs Lisa Gleadhill |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 488 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.5% |
| School Capacity | 488 / 506 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7752nd of 13,686
Nationally
823rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
115th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Green Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS12 1JZ
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