Horsforth Featherbank Primary School
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
7.4x
Demand
About Horsforth Featherbank Primary School
Horsforth Featherbank Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Scudder, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% 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 580th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 204 in Leeds.
Horsforth Featherbank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 222 applications for 30 places, making it 7.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horsforth Featherbank Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Horsforth Featherbank 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Featherbank Avenue, Leeds, Leeds, LS18 4QP |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Scudder |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
580th of 13,686
Nationally
49th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
87%
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
8Facilities 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
222
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Featherbank Avenue, Leeds
Leeds, LS18 4QP
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