St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
101%
Capacity
425
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 425 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Maiden, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5954th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 93rd out of 204 in Leeds.
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 212 applications for 46 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, St Margaret's Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Town Street, Leeds, Leeds, LS18 5BL |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Maiden |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 425 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 425 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5954th of 13,686
Nationally
623rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
93rd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
65%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
212
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Town Street, Leeds
Leeds, LS18 5BL
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