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Camblesforth Community Primary Academy

Camblesforth Community Primary Academy

North Yorkshire, YO8 8HWPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

78%

Capacity

101

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Camblesforth Community Primary Academy

Camblesforth Community Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Camblesforth Community Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dave Card, 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 10672nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 167th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.

Camblesforth Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 Camblesforth Community Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Chess and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Camblesforth Community Primary Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressMill Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8HW
HeadteacherDave Card
Local AuthorityNorth Yorkshire
Number of Pupils101
Free School Meals (FSM)23.9%
School Capacity101 / 130 (78% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

28 Nov 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)

10672nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 78%

1145th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 76%

167th of 223

In North Yorkshire

Top 75%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

50%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:57%
Higher:7%
Writing
Expected:64%
Higher:7%
MathsAvg Score: 99
Expected:50%
Higher:7%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +8%

'22/23

42%

'23/24

50%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Outdoor PlaygroundLibraryPlaying FieldsSports HallGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

RoundersAthleticsSwimmingDance

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirBook ClubChessCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

16

Applications

31

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

15 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Camblesforth Community Primary Academy

Camblesforth Community Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01757616374camblesforth.ebor.academy/

Mill Lane, Selby

North Yorkshire, YO8 8HW

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Mill Lane, Selby

North Yorkshire, YO8 8HW

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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