Pannal Primary School
142%
Capacity
447
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Pannal Primary School
Pannal Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 447 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (142% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Pannal Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Wolfram, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6362nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 87th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Pannal Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 194 applications for 60 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 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 Pannal Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Pannal 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Pannal Green, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 1LH |
| Headteacher | Amanda Wolfram |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 447 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 447 / 315 (142% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6362nd of 13,686
Nationally
662nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
87th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
64%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
194
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
75 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pannal Green, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 1LH
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