Pearson Primary School
104%
Capacity
218
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Pearson Primary School
Pearson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pearson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Clarkson, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Pearson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 22 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Pearson Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Pearson 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leicester Street, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 1TB |
| Headteacher | Louise Clarkson |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 210 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3628th of 13,686
Nationally
355th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
24th 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
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
72%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
71
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leicester Street, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 1TB
Leicester Street, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU3 1TB
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