Parklands Primary School
100%
Capacity
370
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Parklands Primary School
Parklands 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 370 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 370 places).
the school is led by headteacher Laura Darley, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13137th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 198th out of 204 in Leeds.
Parklands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 39 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Parklands Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parklands Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Parklands 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 | Dufton Approach, LS14 6ED, Leeds, Leeds, LS14 6ED |
| Headteacher | Laura Darley |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 370 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.4% |
| School Capacity | 370 / 370 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (19 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13137th of 13,686
Nationally
1453rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
198th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
33%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dufton Approach, LS14 6ED, Leeds
Leeds, LS14 6ED
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