Primrose Lane Primary School
75%
Capacity
194
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About Primrose Lane Primary School
Primrose Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Primrose Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lara Bailey, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8913th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 131st out of 204 in Leeds.
Primrose Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 9 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Primrose Lane Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.8/5 from 4 parents).
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 Primrose Lane Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Primrose Lane 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Westwood Way, Wetherby, Leeds, LS23 6DX |
| Headteacher | Lara Bailey |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 260 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8913th of 13,686
Nationally
951st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
131st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
57%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
57
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (14% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westwood Way, Wetherby
Leeds, LS23 6DX
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