Whitkirk Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Whitkirk Primary School
Whitkirk Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitkirk Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Quarmby, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6528th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 100th out of 204 in Leeds.
Whitkirk Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitkirk Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Whitkirk 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 | None |
| Address | Templegate Walk, Leeds, Leeds, LS15 0EU |
| Headteacher | Gemma Quarmby |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6528th of 13,686
Nationally
684th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
100th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
168
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Templegate Walk, Leeds
Leeds, LS15 0EU
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