Glasshouses Community Primary School
73%
Capacity
51
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Glasshouses Community Primary School
Glasshouses Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 51 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Glasshouses Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Thornber, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8609th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 132nd out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Glasshouses Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 3 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
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 Glasshouses Community Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Football, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Glasshouses Community 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 | Glasshouses, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 5QH |
| Headteacher | Nicola Thornber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 51 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 51 / 70 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8609th of 13,686
Nationally
915th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
132nd of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
11
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glasshouses, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 5QH
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