Deighton Gates Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Deighton Gates Primary School
Deighton Gates Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Deighton Gates Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Myers, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 204 in Leeds.
Deighton Gates Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Deighton Gates Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Deighton Gates Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Deighton Gates 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Deighton Road, Wetherby, Leeds, LS22 7XL |
| Headteacher | Amanda Myers |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3744th of 13,686
Nationally
371st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
53rd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
71%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Deighton Road, Wetherby
Leeds, LS22 7XL
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