Paisley Primary School
86%
Capacity
336
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Paisley Primary School
Paisley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 336 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 390 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Paisley Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jack Danson, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10948th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Paisley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Paisley Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Art Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Paisley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Paisley Street, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 6NJ |
| Headteacher | Jack Danson |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 336 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 336 / 390 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10948th of 13,686
Nationally
1176th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
63rd 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
49%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
49%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Paisley Street, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 6NJ
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