Hipswell Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Hipswell Church of England Primary School
Hipswell Church of England 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 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hipswell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carolyn Ewbank, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13205th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 220th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Hipswell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 18 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hipswell Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Hipswell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hipswell, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, DL9 4BB |
| Headteacher | Carolyn Ewbank |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13205th of 13,686
Nationally
1467th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
220th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
31%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
58
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hipswell Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Hipswell, Catterick Garrison
North Yorkshire, DL9 4BB
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