Swinnow Primary School
115%
Capacity
242
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Swinnow Primary School
Swinnow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swinnow Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Becky Naylor, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12316th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 182nd out of 204 in Leeds.
Swinnow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swinnow Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Swinnow 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Swinnow Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS13 4PG |
| Headteacher | Becky Naylor |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.0% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12316th of 13,686
Nationally
1345th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
182nd of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
41%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Swinnow Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS13 4PG
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