Southcoates Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
315
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Southcoates Primary Academy
Southcoates Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Hull, City of community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 315 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Southcoates Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Libera, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8857th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Southcoates Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 31 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Southcoates Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southcoates Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Southcoates Primary Academy 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 | Southcoates Lane, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU9 3TW |
| Headteacher | Thomas Libera |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 315 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.5% |
| School Capacity | 315 / 315 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8857th of 13,686
Nationally
945th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
54th of 69
In Kingston upon Hull, City of
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
57%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southcoates Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Southcoates Lane, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU9 3TW
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