Tang Hall Primary Academy
117%
Capacity
245
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Tang Hall Primary Academy
Tang Hall Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tang Hall Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Atkinson, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11117th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 47 in York.
Tang Hall Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 21 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tang Hall Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Tang Hall 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 | Sixth Avenue, York, York, YO31 0UT |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Atkinson |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.6% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 210 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11117th of 13,686
Nationally
1203rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
40th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
48%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sixth Avenue, York
York, YO31 0UT
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