Heworth Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
133
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Heworth Church of England Primary School
Heworth Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 133 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 135 places).
Ofsted has rated Heworth Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon White, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12149th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 47 in York.
Heworth Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 20 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Heworth Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
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 Heworth Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Heworth 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 | 53 Heworth Road, York, York, YO31 0AA |
| Headteacher | Simon White |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 133 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 133 / 135 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12149th of 13,686
Nationally
1328th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
42nd of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
43%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heworth Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
53 Heworth Road, York
York, YO31 0AA
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