Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
99%
Capacity
387
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 387 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Frances Clark, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 993rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 204 in Leeds.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 45 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 292 Harrogate Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 6SX |
| Headteacher | Frances Clark |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 387 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.9% |
| School Capacity | 387 / 390 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
993rd of 13,686
Nationally
94th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
15th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
83%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
292 Harrogate Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS17 6SX
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