Great Preston VC CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
223
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Great Preston VC CofE Primary School
Great Preston VC CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Preston VC CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Val Law, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10806th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 155th out of 204 in Leeds.
Great Preston VC CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 30 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Great Preston VC CofE Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Tennis, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Great Preston VC CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Preston Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS26 8AR |
| Headteacher | Val Law |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.4% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10806th of 13,686
Nationally
1156th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
155th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
50%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
113
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Preston Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS26 8AR
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