Alverton Primary School
84%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Alverton Primary School
Alverton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 246 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alverton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Matravers, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12334th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 201st out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Alverton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 14 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 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 Alverton Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Alverton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mount Road, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 1RB |
| Headteacher | Lee Matravers |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.6% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 246 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12334th of 13,686
Nationally
1347th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
201st of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mount Road, Northallerton
North Yorkshire, DL6 1RB
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