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Stakesby Primary Academy

Stakesby Primary Academy

North Yorkshire, YO21 1HYPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

211

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Stakesby Primary Academy

Stakesby 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 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Stakesby Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Robson, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4896th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.

Stakesby Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Stakesby Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Stakesby 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressByland Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1HY
HeadteacherEmma Robson
Local AuthorityNorth Yorkshire
Number of Pupils211
Free School Meals (FSM)32.6%
School Capacity211 / 210 (100% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

2 Feb 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)

4896th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

500th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 50%

66th of 223

In North Yorkshire

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

68%

Expected Standard

14%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:77%
Higher:27%
Writing
Expected:73%
Higher:23%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:68%
Higher:27%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +23%

'22/23

45%

'23/24

68%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Dining HallSports HallPlaying FieldsLibraryMusic RoomsForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

AthleticsNetballDanceCross CountryRounders

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubDramaScience ClubChoirGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

27

Applications

50

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

27 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Stakesby Primary Academy

Stakesby Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01947820231www.stakesbyschool.net

Byland Road, Whitby

North Yorkshire, YO21 1HY

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Byland Road, Whitby

North Yorkshire, YO21 1HY

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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