Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
88%
Capacity
185
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Williams, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1693rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
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 Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Gateforth Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9HP |
| Headteacher | Timothy Williams |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1693rd of 13,686
Nationally
161st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
28th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
79%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Gateforth Lane, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 9HP
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