Airy Hill Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Airy Hill Primary School
Airy Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Airy Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Butters, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12958th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 213th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Airy Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 18 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Airy Hill Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Airy Hill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Waterstead Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1PZ |
| Headteacher | Sam Butters |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12958th of 13,686
Nationally
1434th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
213th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
35%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waterstead Lane, Whitby
North Yorkshire, YO21 1PZ
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