Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School
Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicky Kilvington, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4450th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 13 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Spofforth Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 1BA |
| Headteacher | Nicky Kilvington |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4450th of 13,686
Nationally
446th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
60th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
69%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG3 1BA
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