Hillcrest Academy

About Hillcrest Academy

Hillcrest Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 428 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Victoria Oddy, it falls under Leeds local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12143rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 179th out of 204 in Leeds.

Hillcrest Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 59 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.

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 Hillcrest Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Hillcrest Academy 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.

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