Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
31%
Capacity
33
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 33 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (31% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Helen Isaac, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13078th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 216th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 6 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Ruswarp, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1NJ |
| Headteacher | Helen Isaac |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 33 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 33 / 105 (31% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13078th of 13,686
Nationally
1447th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
216th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
33%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ruswarp, Whitby
North Yorkshire, YO21 1NJ
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