Dringhouses Primary School
98%
Capacity
308
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Dringhouses Primary School
Dringhouses Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 308 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Dringhouses Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Scott-South, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1431st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 47 in York.
Dringhouses Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 43 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dringhouses Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Dringhouses 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | St Helen's Road, York, York, YO24 1HW |
| Headteacher | Claire Scott-South |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 315 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1431st of 13,686
Nationally
138th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
5th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
80%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Helen's Road, York
York, YO24 1HW
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