Askwith Primary School
98%
Capacity
103
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Askwith Primary School
Askwith 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 103 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Elaine Nayler, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 349th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Askwith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 13 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Askwith Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Askwith 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 | Askwith, Otley, North Yorkshire, LS21 2HX |
| Headteacher | Elaine Nayler |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 105 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
349th of 13,686
Nationally
28th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
89%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Askwith, Otley
North Yorkshire, LS21 2HX
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