Clifton Green Primary School
88%
Capacity
397
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Clifton Green Primary School
Clifton Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 397 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clifton Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Prest, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 47 in York.
Clifton Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 31 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Clifton Green Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Clifton Green 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 | Kingsway North, York, York, YO30 6JA |
| Headteacher | Paul Prest |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.4% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 450 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13127th of 13,686
Nationally
1451st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
46th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
33%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed31
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kingsway North, York
York, YO30 6JA
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