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Hob Moor Community Primary Academy

Hob Moor Community Primary Academy

York, YO24 4PSPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

85%

Capacity

272

Pupils

2.2x

Demand

About Hob Moor Community Primary Academy

Hob Moor Community Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 272 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Hob Moor Community Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tim Jolly, it falls under York local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12826th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 47 in York.

Hob Moor Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 31 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Hob Moor Community Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in York, Hob Moor Community Primary Academy 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGreen Lane, York, York, YO24 4PS
HeadteacherTim Jolly
Local AuthorityYork
Number of Pupils272
Free School Meals (FSM)46.5%
School Capacity272 / 320 (85% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

6 Oct 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (6 Oct 2022): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)

12826th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 94%

1419th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 94%

44th of 47

In York

Top 94%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

37%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 100
Expected:53%
Higher:13%
Writing
Expected:42%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 99
Expected:63%
Higher:8%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -10%

'22/23

47%

'23/24

37%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Outdoor PlaygroundForest SchoolSensory RoomDining HallPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingGymnasticsCricketTennisRounders

Clubs & Activities

CodingDramaChoirArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

31

Applications

68

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

30 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hob Moor Community Primary Academy

Hob Moor Community Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01904806655www.hobmoor.ebor.academy/

Green Lane, York

York, YO24 4PS

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Green Lane, York

York, YO24 4PS

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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