Ainthorpe Primary School
74%
Capacity
310
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Ainthorpe Primary School
Ainthorpe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 310 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ainthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kimberley Lawton, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of 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 6638th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Ainthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 26 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ainthorpe Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Ainthorpe 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 | Ainthorpe Grove, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 5EB |
| Headteacher | Kimberley Lawton |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 310 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.5% |
| School Capacity | 310 / 420 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6638th of 13,686
Nationally
697th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
39th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ainthorpe Grove, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 5EB
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