Priory Primary School
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Priory Primary School
Priory 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 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Priory Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alyson Thompson, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5834th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Priory Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 56 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 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 Priory Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Tennis, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Priory 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 | Priory Road, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 5RU |
| Headteacher | Alyson Thompson |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.0% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5834th of 13,686
Nationally
608th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
35th 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
66%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Priory Road, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 5RU
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