Wansbeck Primary School
118%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Wansbeck Primary School
Wansbeck 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 248 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wansbeck Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Bullen, it falls under Kingston upon Hull, City of local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3463rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 69 in Kingston upon Hull, City of.
Wansbeck Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 27 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Wansbeck Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wansbeck Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of, Wansbeck 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 | Wenning Grove, Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU8 9SR |
| Headteacher | S Bullen |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.1% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 210 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3463rd of 13,686
Nationally
341st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
23rd 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
72%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wansbeck Primary School
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Contact Information
Wenning Grove, Hull
Kingston upon Hull, City of, HU8 9SR
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