Darley Primary School
74%
Capacity
86
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Darley Primary School
Darley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 86 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Darley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicholas Coates, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
Darley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 11 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
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 Darley Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Drama, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Darley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2PZ |
| Headteacher | Nicholas Coates |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 86 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 86 / 116 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2016. 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Street, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 2PZ
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