Crossley Street Primary School
96%
Capacity
226
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About Crossley Street Primary School
Crossley Street 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 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gavin Hirst, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4592nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 204 in Leeds.
Crossley Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 30 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crossley Street Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Crossley Street 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Crossley Street, Wetherby, Leeds, LS22 6RT |
| Headteacher | Gavin Hirst |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 236 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4592nd of 13,686
Nationally
463rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
72nd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
69%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
139
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crossley Street, Wetherby
Leeds, LS22 6RT
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