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Molescroft Primary School

Molescroft Primary School

East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 7HFPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

421

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Molescroft Primary School

Molescroft Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).

the school is led by headteacher Bethan Nicholls, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3840th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.

Molescroft Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Molescroft Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Molescroft 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSt Leonard's Road, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 7HF
HeadteacherBethan Nicholls
Local AuthorityEast Riding of Yorkshire
Number of Pupils421
Free School Meals (FSM)8.6%
School Capacity421 / 420 (100% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

18 Oct 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)

3840th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

383rd of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

28th of 106

In East Riding of Yorkshire

Top 50%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

71%

Expected Standard

3%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:83%
Higher:17%
Writing
Expected:79%
Higher:6%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:83%
Higher:13%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +7%

'22/23

64%

'23/24

71%

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyOther

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

Facilities

9
LibraryDining HallPlaying FieldsSensory RoomForest SchoolICT SuiteSports HallMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

AthleticsRoundersFootballCricketDance

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubBook ClubDramaChoirChess

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

59

Applications

113

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

63 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Molescroft Primary School

Molescroft Primary School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01482861762www.molescroftprimary.net

St Leonard's Road, Beverley

East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 7HF

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St Leonard's Road, Beverley

East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 7HF

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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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