The Parks Primary Academy
114%
Capacity
359
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Parks Primary Academy
The Parks Primary Academy 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 359 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Michael McGrath, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
The Parks Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 45 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 The Parks Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, The Parks 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Courtway Road, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU6 9TA |
| Headteacher | Michael McGrath |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.8% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 315 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8530th of 13,686
Nationally
904th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
50th 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
58%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
58%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Courtway Road, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU6 9TA
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