Lift Newington
117%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Lift Newington
Lift Newington is a state-funded None primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Louise Pinnell, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9098th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Lift Newington is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 45 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Lift Newington parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (13 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 Lift Newington include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Lift Newington 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Dairycoates Avenue, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 5DD |
| Headteacher | Louise Pinnell |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.0% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 350 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (11 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9098th of 13,686
Nationally
972nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
55th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lift Newington
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Dairycoates Avenue, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 5DD
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