New Park Primary Academy
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About New Park Primary Academy
New Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sasha Bune, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10142nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 154th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
New Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 15 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
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 New Park Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, New Park 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Skipton Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 3HF |
| Headteacher | Sasha Bune |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10142nd of 13,686
Nationally
1076th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
154th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
52%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
45
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Skipton Road, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG1 3HF
Journey to School
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