Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy
84%
Capacity
552
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy
Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 552 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 660 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Bedford, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9580th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 47 in York.
Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 45 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Robert Wilkinson 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | West End, York, York, YO32 5UH |
| Headteacher | Donna Bedford |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 552 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 552 / 660 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9580th of 13,686
Nationally
1027th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
33rd of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
54%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
58
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West End, York
York, YO32 5UH
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