Stanningley Primary School
84%
Capacity
220
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Stanningley Primary School
Stanningley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanningley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Farrar, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4406th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 204 in Leeds.
Stanningley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 19 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Stanningley Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stanningley Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Stanningley 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Leeds and Bradford Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 6PE |
| Headteacher | Ben Farrar |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 262 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4406th of 13,686
Nationally
442nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
65th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
70%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
83
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leeds and Bradford Road, Pudsey
Leeds, LS28 6PE
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