Colton Primary School
114%
Capacity
239
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Colton Primary School
Colton Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Caroline Johnson, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6990th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 109th out of 204 in Leeds.
Colton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 30 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 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 Colton Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Colton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | School Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS15 9AL |
| Headteacher | Caroline Johnson |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6990th of 13,686
Nationally
744th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
109th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
149
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS15 9AL
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