Follifoot Church of England Primary School
65%
Capacity
41
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Follifoot Church of England Primary School
Follifoot Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 41 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Follifoot Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicky Kilvington, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11882nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 192nd out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Follifoot Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 4 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Follifoot Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Follifoot Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Follifoot 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 1DU |
| Headteacher | Nicky Kilvington |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 41 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 41 / 63 (65% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11882nd of 13,686
Nationally
1297th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
192nd of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
2025/26Oversubscribed4
16
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Follifoot Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Main Street, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 1DU
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Opening Hours
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