Killinghall Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Killinghall Church of England Primary School
Killinghall 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 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Killinghall Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ella Besharati & Mr Steven Holmes, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10850th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 174th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Killinghall Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Killinghall Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Killinghall 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 | Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2DW |
| Headteacher | Ella Besharati & Mr Steven Holmes |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10850th of 13,686
Nationally
1162nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
174th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
50%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Killinghall Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Otley Road, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 2DW
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