Cottingley Primary Academy

URN: 138973 • Leeds LS11 0HU

Overview

Name
Cottingley Primary Academy
URN
138973
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LIFT SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Bentley (since 2025)
Telephone
01132709503
Website
Visit
Address
Dulverton Grove, Leeds LS11 0HU

Summary

Cottingley Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Leeds, with a current enrolment of 263 pupils and a capacity of 420. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive. The school places a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching and a broad curriculum designed to foster oracy, confidence, and communication skills.

The academy's extensive outdoor facilities offer unique opportunities for exploration and play, promoting resilience and wellbeing among students. Cottingley Primary Academy is committed to creating conditions that enable all children to achieve their potential through a balanced and ambitious educational approach.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with a focus on building strong relationships among students, staff, and families. The leadership, under Principal Mrs K M Bentley, encourages parents to engage with the school and be part of its supportive community. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or review the latest Ofsted report.

Key details

LA
Leeds
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIFT SCHOOLS
Capacity
420
Pupils
263
Boys
130
Girls
133
FSM %
51.00
Open date
2012-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 263 130 133 420 51.00
2024-09-11 301 156 145 420 48.70
2023-09-11 319 148 171 420 54.20
2022-09-11 319 148 171 420 54.20
2021-09-11 314 151 163 420 53.00
2020-09-11 320 155 165 315 50.20

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