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Lowtown Primary School

Lowtown Primary School

Leeds, LS28 9BBPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressKent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9BB
HeadteacherClare Armitage
Local AuthorityLeeds
Number of Pupils208
Free School Meals (FSM)14.9%
School Capacity208 / 210 (99% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

2 Mar 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
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

Top 50%

439th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

63rd of 204

In Leeds

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

70%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 109
Expected:90%
Higher:40%
Writing
Expected:80%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 109
Expected:90%
Higher:53%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -7%

'22/23

77%

'23/24

70%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Sports HallDining HallPlaying FieldsForest SchoolOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuiteMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

FootballNetballGymnasticsCross CountryCricketAthleticsDance

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirFilm ClubScience ClubBook ClubEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

148

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio4.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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

Lowtown Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01132567303www.pudseylowtown.org.uk

Kent Road, Pudsey

Leeds, LS28 9BB

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Kent Road, Pudsey

Leeds, LS28 9BB

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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