Stepney Primary School
105%
Capacity
232
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Stepney Primary School
Stepney Primary School 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 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stepney Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Atkinson, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10622nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Stepney Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stepney Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Stepney 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Beverley Road, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 1JJ |
| Headteacher | Jo Atkinson |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.9% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 220 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10622nd of 13,686
Nationally
1137th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
61st 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
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities 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
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 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.
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Contact Information
Beverley Road, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU5 1JJ
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