South Otterington Church of England Primary School
67%
Capacity
94
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About South Otterington Church of England Primary School
South Otterington Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 94 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Otterington Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Gledhill, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10642nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 165th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
South Otterington Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 10 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
South Otterington Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Otterington Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Drama, Art Club.
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, South Otterington Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | South Otterington, South Otterington C of E Primary School, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 9HD |
| Headteacher | Amanda Gledhill |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 94 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 94 / 140 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10642nd of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
165th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Otterington Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
South Otterington, South Otterington C of E Primary School, Northallerton
North Yorkshire, DL7 9HD
South Otterington, South Otterington C of E Primary School, Northallerton
North Yorkshire, DL7 9HD
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