Shakespeare Primary School
117%
Capacity
738
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Shakespeare Primary School
Shakespeare Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 738 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shakespeare Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julian Gorton, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11259th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 164th out of 204 in Leeds.
Shakespeare Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 83 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.
Shakespeare Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.9/5 from 1 parents).
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 Shakespeare Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Shakespeare 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lincoln Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS9 7NP |
| Headteacher | Julian Gorton |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 738 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.1% |
| School Capacity | 738 / 630 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11259th of 13,686
Nationally
1219th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
164th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
48%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed83
162
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lincoln Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS9 7NP
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