White Laith Primary School
108%
Capacity
227
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About White Laith Primary School
White Laith 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 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated White Laith Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roger Osborne, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1801st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 204 in Leeds.
White Laith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 22 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at White Laith Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, White Laith 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 | Naburn Drive, Leeds, Leeds, LS14 2BL |
| Headteacher | Roger Osborne |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.7% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1801st of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
79%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
74
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Naburn Drive, Leeds
Leeds, LS14 2BL
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