Hallgate Primary School Cottingham
99%
Capacity
313
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Hallgate Primary School Cottingham
Hallgate Primary School Cottingham is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 313 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hallgate Primary School Cottingham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Hardcastle, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11588th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 89th out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Hallgate Primary School Cottingham is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 42 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Hallgate Primary School Cottingham has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
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 Hallgate Primary School Cottingham include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Hallgate Primary School Cottingham 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hallgate Primary School, Hallgate, Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 4DD |
| Headteacher | Philip Hardcastle |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 313 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 313 / 315 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11588th of 13,686
Nationally
1259th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
89th 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
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
46%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed42
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hallgate Primary School, Hallgate, Cottingham
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 4DD
Hallgate Primary School, Hallgate, Cottingham
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 4DD
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