Crakehall Church of England Primary School
104%
Capacity
110
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Crakehall Church of England Primary School
Crakehall Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 110 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 106 places).
Ofsted has rated Crakehall Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike White, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1118th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Crakehall Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 23 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Crakehall Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (49 responses).
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 Crakehall Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Crakehall Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Green, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 1HP |
| Headteacher | Mike White |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 110 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 110 / 106 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1118th of 13,686
Nationally
103rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
22nd of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crakehall Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
The Green, Bedale
North Yorkshire, DL8 1HP
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