Wigton Moor Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Wigton Moor Primary School
Wigton Moor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Elaine Bown, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 204 in Leeds.
Wigton Moor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 208 applications for 60 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 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 Wigton Moor Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Wigton Moor 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barfield Crescent, Leeds, Leeds, LS17 8RU |
| Headteacher | Elaine Bown |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.9% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
774th of 13,686
Nationally
67th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
7th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
85%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
208
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barfield Crescent, Leeds
Leeds, LS17 8RU
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