Scholes (Elmet) Primary School
119%
Capacity
334
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Scholes (Elmet) Primary School
Scholes (Elmet) 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 334 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Scholes (Elmet) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Roundtree, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4274th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 204 in Leeds.
Scholes (Elmet) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 39 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Scholes (Elmet) Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scholes (Elmet) Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Scholes (Elmet) 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 | Station Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS15 4BJ |
| Headteacher | David Roundtree |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 334 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 334 / 280 (119% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4274th of 13,686
Nationally
426th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
61st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
123
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS15 4BJ
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