Leeds Menorah School, Leeds
Leeds Menorah School is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Leeds. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in July 2024.
- Ofsted
- Good (2024)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Leeds Menorah School in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Leeds Menorah School are Al Kauthar Girls Academy (1.3 miles); The Grammar School At Leeds (1.5 miles, selective); Richmond House School (2.5 miles); and Gateways School (3.9 miles).
Al Kauthar Girls AcademyThe Grammar School At LeedsRichmond House SchoolGateways School
Who goes there
In 2026, 3 pupils (23.1%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Burley Park Rail Station, about 2.9 miles away in a straight line.
12 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Bentcliffe Drive (opposite), 110 metres away.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted's report, in its own words
What is it like to attend this school?
This is a small school with a big heart. It is friendly and welcoming. There are positive and supportive relationships between pupils and staff. Pupils are proud of their school. The proprietor's aspiration for pupils to thrive and feel 'loved and valued' is palpable.
Leaders want the absolute best for all pupils. The ambitious curriculum encompasses Kodesh studies as well as a broad range of other subjects. The religious ethos is woven through the curriculum. Pupils experience personalised learning in a nurturing environment.
What does the school do well and what does it need to do better?
Since the last inspection, leaders at all levels have taken purposeful steps to improve the school. They have ensured that there is a strong culture of safeguarding. The safety and welfare of pupils and the whole-school community is an ongoing and high priority. Leaders have redesigned the school's curriculum. It is well sequenced from the early years to Year 6. Careful thought is given to what pupils need to learn and when.
The content for curriculum subjects is clearly identified. These subjects are supported by suitable schemes of work. Themes of learning support pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and link to the religious values of the school. Pupils build their knowledge and skills logically. It is clear for teachers what content pupils should learn in different curriculum subjects.
From Ofsted's July 2024 inspection report: the opening paragraphs of each section, quoted word for word. Read the full report Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Ofsted Insights
Ofsted rated this school Good at its July 2024 inspection.
Rated Good for
Quality of education, Behaviour & attitudes, Personal development, Leadership & management, Early years.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 2 nearby schools
Keep up with Leeds Menorah School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 28
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 7
- Children hurt
- 1
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 28 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 7 serious and 20 slight.
1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt: 1 on foot.
6 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Leeds is 18.5 (the median across 308 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
24%
Available places
13 pupils
55 places
42 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Leeds
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Leeds
Across Leeds council
Places available
10,015
Applications
9,313
Got 1st preference
83.2%
Got preferred school
95.4%
All secondary applications across Leeds council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(10)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
3
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
23.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
13
Total Pupils
6
Boys
7
Girls
2026 academic year
Linked Schools
Schools linked by geographic proximity
Questions parents ask about Leeds Menorah School
What is Leeds Menorah School's Ofsted rating?
Leeds Menorah School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2024.
Does Leeds Menorah School meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in July 2024, Leeds Menorah School met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Leeds Menorah School?
Leeds Menorah School has around 13 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Leeds Menorah School?
Leeds Menorah School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near Leeds Menorah School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 28 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 7 serious and 20 slight. 1 child aged 0 to 15 was hurt: 1 on foot. 6 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Leeds is 18.5 (the median across 308 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Leeds Menorah School?
Leeds Menorah School is at 399 Street Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 6HQ.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)