Ninelands Primary School
94%
Capacity
443
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Ninelands Primary School
Ninelands Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ninelands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Pashley, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4847th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 204 in Leeds.
Ninelands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 56 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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 Ninelands Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Ninelands 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Ninelands Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS25 1NT |
| Headteacher | Katie Pashley |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 472 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4847th of 13,686
Nationally
495th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
77th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
68%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
180
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ninelands Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS25 1NT
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