Guiseley Primary School
81%
Capacity
401
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Guiseley Primary School
Guiseley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 401 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Guiseley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Wharton, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1514th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 204 in Leeds.
Guiseley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 151 applications for 45 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 Guiseley Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Guiseley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oxford Road, Guiseley Primary School, Leeds, Leeds, LS20 9DA |
| Headteacher | Fiona Wharton |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 401 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 401 / 498 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1514th of 13,686
Nationally
144th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
21st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
80%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
151
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxford Road, Guiseley Primary School, Leeds
Leeds, LS20 9DA
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