Hempland Primary School
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hempland Primary School
Hempland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hempland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Abigail Innes, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1399th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 47 in York.
Hempland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Hempland Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (21 responses).
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 Hempland Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Hempland 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 | Whitby Avenue, York, York, YO31 1ET |
| Headteacher | Abigail Innes |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1399th of 13,686
Nationally
136th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
124
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hempland Primary School
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Contact Information
Whitby Avenue, York
York, YO31 1ET
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