The Richmond Hill Academy
104%
Capacity
654
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Richmond Hill Academy
The Richmond Hill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 654 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Richmond Hill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Griffiths, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 201st out of 204 in Leeds.
The Richmond Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 72 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Richmond Hill Academy include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, The Richmond Hill 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clark Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS9 8PN |
| Headteacher | Leanne Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 654 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 654 / 630 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13218th of 13,686
Nationally
1469th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
201st of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clark Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS9 8PN
Clark Lane, Leeds
Leeds, LS9 8PN
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