Lord Deramore's Primary School
104%
Capacity
219
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Lord Deramore's Primary School
Lord Deramore's Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher James Rourke, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 252nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 47 in York.
Lord Deramore's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
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 Lord Deramore's Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Lord Deramore's 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 | None |
| Address | School Lane, York, York, YO10 5EE |
| Headteacher | James Rourke |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 210 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
252nd of 13,686
Nationally
19th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
2nd of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
91%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 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 Lord Deramore's Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, York
York, YO10 5EE
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