Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School
Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Sheppard, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6728th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 104th out of 204 in Leeds.
Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Morris Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS5 3JD |
| Headteacher | Philip Sheppard |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6728th of 13,686
Nationally
708th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
104th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Morris Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS5 3JD
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