Five Lanes Primary School
112%
Capacity
469
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Five Lanes Primary School
Five Lanes 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 469 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Five Lanes Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Mercer, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8898th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 129th out of 204 in Leeds.
Five Lanes Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 182 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Five Lanes Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Five Lanes 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 | Stradbroke Way, Leeds, Leeds, LS12 4NB |
| Headteacher | Joanna Mercer |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 469 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 469 / 420 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8898th of 13,686
Nationally
947th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
129th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
57%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
182
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stradbroke Way, Leeds
Leeds, LS12 4NB
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