Rossett Acre Primary School
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Rossett Acre Primary School
Rossett Acre 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 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Rossett Acre Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Corrine Penhale, it falls under North Yorkshire 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 5825th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 81st out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Rossett Acre Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rossett Acre Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Rossett Acre 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 Ash Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9PH |
| Headteacher | Corrine Penhale |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
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 (66%)
5825th of 13,686
Nationally
605th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
81st of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
6%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
187
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rossett Acre Primary School
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Contact Information
Pannal Ash Road, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG2 9PH
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