Swarcliffe Primary School
98%
Capacity
308
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Swarcliffe Primary School
Swarcliffe 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 308 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swarcliffe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Debra Hill, 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 9930th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 139th out of 204 in Leeds.
Swarcliffe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Swarcliffe Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swarcliffe Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Swarcliffe 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 | Swarcliffe Drive, Leeds, Leeds, LS14 5JW |
| Headteacher | Debra Hill |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.0% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 315 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9930th of 13,686
Nationally
1059th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
139th 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
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Swarcliffe Drive, Leeds
Leeds, LS14 5JW
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