Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
72%
Capacity
189
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby 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, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Dixon, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10896th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 176th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby include Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Coding, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby 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 | Barwic Parade, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8DJ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Dixon |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.0% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 261 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10896th of 13,686
Nationally
1169th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
176th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barwic Parade, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 8DJ
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