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Hollybush Primary

Hollybush Primary

Leeds, LS13 2JJPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

70%

Capacity

358

Pupils

2.2x

Demand

About Hollybush Primary

Hollybush Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 358 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Hollybush Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Smith, it falls under Leeds local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11181st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 162nd out of 204 in Leeds.

Hollybush Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 37 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Hollybush Primary include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Hollybush Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBroad Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS13 2JJ
HeadteacherTimothy Smith
Local AuthorityLeeds
Number of Pupils358
Free School Meals (FSM)44.1%
School Capacity358 / 511 (70% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

28 Sept 2021
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)

11181st of 13,686

Nationally

Top 82%

1209th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 80%

162nd of 204

In Leeds

Top 79%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

48%

Expected Standard

2%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 101
Expected:65%
Higher:18%
Writing
Expected:58%
Higher:6%
MathsAvg Score: 101
Expected:61%
Higher:21%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -8%

'22/23

56%

'23/24

48%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Dining HallICT SuiteSports HallSensory RoomMusic RoomsGymnasiumArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

DanceSwimmingNetballRounders

Clubs & Activities

ChessFilm ClubChoirGardeningCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

37

Applications

83

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

36 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hollybush Primary

Hollybush Primary has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01138873310www.hollybushprimaryschool.org.uk/

Broad Lane, Leeds

Leeds, LS13 2JJ

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Broad Lane, Leeds

Leeds, LS13 2JJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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