Selby Community Primary School
86%
Capacity
361
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Selby Community Primary School
Selby Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Selby Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Clennan, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Selby Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Selby Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Selby Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Flaxley Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4DL |
| Headteacher | Ian Clennan |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 361 / 420 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4266th of 13,686
Nationally
424th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
56th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
70%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Flaxley Road, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 4DL
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