Kerr Mackie Primary School
95%
Capacity
450
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Kerr Mackie Primary School
Kerr Mackie Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 476 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kerr Mackie Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher K Furlong, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5894th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 92nd out of 204 in Leeds.
Kerr Mackie Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 60 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 Kerr Mackie Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Kerr Mackie 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gledhow Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS8 1NE |
| Headteacher | K Furlong |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 476 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5894th of 13,686
Nationally
617th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
92nd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
65%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
201
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gledhow Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS8 1NE
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