St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
96%
Capacity
533
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 533 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 558 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Wainwright, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9984th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 141st out of 204 in Leeds.
St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (66 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Strawberry Lane, St Bartholomews Primary School, Leeds, Leeds, LS12 1SF |
| Headteacher | Jane Wainwright |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 533 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 533 / 558 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9984th of 13,686
Nationally
1063rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
141st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Strawberry Lane, St Bartholomews Primary School, Leeds
Leeds, LS12 1SF
Strawberry Lane, St Bartholomews Primary School, Leeds
Leeds, LS12 1SF
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