St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Bowker, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2965th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 204 in Leeds.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 21 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Buckstone Crescent, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 5ES |
| Headteacher | Philip Bowker |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2965th of 13,686
Nationally
286th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
39th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
74%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
86
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Buckstone Crescent, Leeds
Leeds, LS17 5ES
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