Sowerby Primary Academy
86%
Capacity
291
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sowerby Primary Academy
Sowerby Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 291 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 339 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sowerby Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Keeley Ungerechts, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11611th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 184th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Sowerby Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sowerby Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Sowerby 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Topcliffe Road, Sowerby Primary Academy, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1RX |
| Headteacher | Keeley Ungerechts |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 339 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11611th of 13,686
Nationally
1260th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
184th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
46%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Topcliffe Road, Sowerby Primary Academy, Thirsk
North Yorkshire, YO7 1RX
Topcliffe Road, Sowerby Primary Academy, Thirsk
North Yorkshire, YO7 1RX
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