Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
95%
Capacity
100
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 100 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alistair Ratcliffe, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 322nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 204 in Leeds.
Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 15 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Harrogate Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 9LH |
| Headteacher | Alistair Ratcliffe |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 100 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 100 / 105 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
322nd of 13,686
Nationally
24th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
90%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
60
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Harrogate Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS17 9LH
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