Business Details
Burley St Matthias CE Primary School Leeds
At Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, we are dedicated to nurturing every child's academic, spiritual, and personal growth. Our Ofsted-rated provision reflects our commitment to excellence, with inspectors noting the school's pervasive sense of kindness and the enthusiasm of both pupils and staff. We deliver a rich, inclusive curriculum designed to unlock individual potential while fostering mutual respect and community engagement. Our dedicated team combines professional expertise with compassionate pastoral care, ensuring children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. Through partnerships with parents and the local church, we create a holistic educational environment where every child can thrive.Regular inspections and transparent reporting demonstrate our accountability and continuous improvement ethos. Our facilities include extensive outdoor learning spaces, including weekly Forest School sessions that develop practical skills and environmental awareness. We actively promote equality of opportunity while maintaining strong safeguarding standards. The school's Christian values underpin our approach to character development and community service. With experienced leadership and specialist support staff, we address diverse learning needs effectively. Our recent Ofsted inspection validated our strengths in teaching quality, pupil behaviour, and leadership effectiveness.
Services
Primary Education
Forest School
SEN Support
Wrap-Around Care
Pupil Premium
Parent Workshops
Outdoor Learning
Christian Education
Admissions Guidance
Child Safeguarding
Highlights and features
- We maintain an Ofsted-recognised standard of educational excellence
- Our Forest School programme develops practical and environmental awareness
- We offer specialist SEN support with dedicated coordinators
- Our Arbor app provides modern parent-teacher communication tools
- We combine Christian values with inclusive, forward-thinking education
What people say
Sense of kindness
Positive Ofsted outcome
Supportive staff
Engaging curriculum
Active parental involvement
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary education programme aligned with national standards. Our curriculum develops core academic skills while nurturing creativity and critical thinking. Christian values underpin our character education, promoting respect, responsibility, and community service. Ofsted inspectors praised our teaching quality and pupil engagement levels.
Forest School
Weekly Forest School sessions develop practical skills and environmental awareness. Children engage in hands-on learning activities that build confidence and teamwork. This nature-based approach complements classroom learning while promoting physical development and risk assessment skills. Ofsted noted this as a particular strength.
SEN Support
Our dedicated SENCo coordinates individualised support plans for pupils with special educational needs. We employ specialist teaching strategies and maintain close parent-carer collaboration. Regular progress reviews ensure tailored interventions meet each child's unique requirements while promoting inclusion across all school activities.
Wrap-Around Care
We offer flexible childcare from 8am to 6pm through our breakfast and tea time clubs. These supervised sessions provide safe, engaging environments before and after school hours. Activities include structured games, homework support, and free play, accommodating working parents' schedules.
Pupil Premium
We actively support families to access pupil premium funding for eligible children. This additional resource enhances educational opportunities through targeted interventions, enrichment activities, and learning resources. We receive over 1,300 per eligible child to support their academic development and attainment.
People
Mrs Allie Hopkinson
Headteacher
Experienced educational leader with extensive primary school management expertise. Led Burley St Matthias through successful Ofsted inspection. Committed to child-centred learning and community engagement. Oversees curriculum development and staff training.
Miss Gemma Fletcher
SENCo
Specialist in special educational needs coordination. Develops individualised support plans for pupils with additional needs. Works closely with teachers and parents to ensure inclusive education. Provides expert guidance on SEN policy implementation.
Questions
What Ofsted rating did Burley St Matthias receive in 2025?
The school received a positive Ofsted rating following a full inspection in June 2025, recognising our strengths in teaching, leadership, and pupil development.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SENCo Miss Gemma Fletcher coordinates tailored support plans, working closely with teachers and parents to address individual learning requirements effectively.
What outdoor learning opportunities are available?
We offer weekly Forest School sessions and maintain extensive outdoor facilities to support practical, nature-based learning experiences for all pupils.
How can parents communicate with staff?
We use the Arbor app for instant communication, supplemented by email contact ([email protected]) and in-person meetings at the start/end of school days.
What wrap-around care options exist?
We provide breakfast club from 8am and tea time club until 6pm, offering flexible childcare before and after regular school hours.
Reviews (2)
John Price
Dec 14, 2017
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My son ubaid going this school
Very very good hi level off study very clean and neat school lovely staffs also teacher are best my son love this school also I'm so thankful to the school staffs for such such good teaching and well cleaning and providing brilliant study and help thenkyou all
Very very good hi level off study very clean and neat school lovely staffs also teacher are best my son love this school also I'm so thankful to the school staffs for such such good teaching and well cleaning and providing brilliant study and help thenkyou all
Jone Jony
Oct 28, 2017
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My son attent this school.its fabules great school Cheng me and my son life very hi levels off study2 staff really really caring my so ubaid love he's school