Carr Infant School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Carr Infant School
Carr Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carr Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Oxley, it falls under York local authority.
Carr Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 52 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carr Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Carr Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ostman Road, York, York, YO26 5QA |
| Headteacher | Matthew Oxley |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 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
Ostman Road, York
York, YO26 5QA
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