Moortown Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
9.4x
Demand
About Moortown Primary School
Moortown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher David Roundtree, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 832nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 204 in Leeds.
Moortown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 281 applications for 30 places, making it 9.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moortown Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Moortown 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Shadwell Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 6DR |
| Headteacher | David Roundtree |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.7% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
832nd of 13,686
Nationally
73rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
10th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
84%
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
5Facilities 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
281
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (11% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shadwell Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS17 6DR
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