Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
74%
Capacity
78
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 78 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Richardson, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 26th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Skidby 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 5TX |
| Headteacher | Stuart Richardson |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 78 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 78 / 105 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
26th of 13,686
Nationally
3rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
1st of 106
In East Riding of Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
100%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Street, Cottingham
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 5TX
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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