Stakesby Primary Academy
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Byland Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1HY |
| Headteacher | Emma Robson |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.6% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
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
500th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
66th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
68%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Byland Road, Whitby
North Yorkshire, YO21 1HY
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