Shire Oak VC Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About Shire Oak VC Primary School
Shire Oak VC Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Shire Oak VC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Astrid Devane, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1540th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 204 in Leeds.
Shire Oak VC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 30 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shire Oak VC Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Shire Oak VC 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Wood Lane, Wood Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS6 2DT |
| Headteacher | Jane Astrid Devane |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1540th of 13,686
Nationally
147th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
80%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
166
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wood Lane, Wood Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS6 2DT
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