Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
Selby, Longman's Hill Community 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 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jan Elcock, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11179th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 178th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 26 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Selby, Longman's Hill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Myrtle Avenue, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9BG |
| Headteacher | Jan Elcock |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.8% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11179th of 13,686
Nationally
1208th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
178th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
48%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Myrtle Avenue, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 9BG
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