Manston St James Primary Academy
78%
Capacity
350
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Manston St James Primary Academy
Manston St James Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 350 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Manston St James Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Antoni Biedka, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11028th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 160th out of 204 in Leeds.
Manston St James Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 31 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Manston St James Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (82 responses).
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 Manston St James Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Manston St James Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sandbed Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS15 8JH |
| Headteacher | Antoni Biedka |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 450 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11028th of 13,686
Nationally
1186th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
160th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
82 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manston St James Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Sandbed Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS15 8JH
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