Lowtown Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Lowtown Primary School
Lowtown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Lowtown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Armitage, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4397th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 204 in Leeds.
Lowtown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 30 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lowtown Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Lowtown 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9BB |
| Headteacher | Clare Armitage |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4397th of 13,686
Nationally
439th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
63rd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
70%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
148
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lowtown Primary School
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Contact Information
Kent Road, Pudsey
Leeds, LS28 9BB
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