Snape Community Primary School
58%
Capacity
33
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Snape Community Primary School
Snape Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 33 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Snape Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Wood, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
Snape Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 1 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Snape Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Snape 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ings Lane, Snape, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2TF |
| Headteacher | Jane Wood |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 33 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 33 / 57 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed1
6
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ings Lane, Snape, Bedale
North Yorkshire, DL8 2TF
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