Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
251
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School
Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Stanhope, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10025th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 152nd out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 37 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, Thorpe Willoughby Community 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 | Londesborough Grove, Thorpe Willoughby, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9NX |
| Headteacher | Rachel Stanhope |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.9% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 315 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10025th of 13,686
Nationally
1065th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
152nd of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
53%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 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
Londesborough Grove, Thorpe Willoughby, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 9NX
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