Dunswell Primary School
85%
Capacity
89
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Dunswell Primary School
Dunswell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 89 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Dunswell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Oxtoby, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9090th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Dunswell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 13 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunswell Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Dunswell 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 | Beverley Road, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU6 0AD |
| Headteacher | Alison Oxtoby |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 105 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9090th of 13,686
Nationally
970th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
70th of 106
In East Riding of Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
56%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beverley Road, Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU6 0AD
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