Westfield Primary Community School
84%
Capacity
503
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Westfield Primary Community School
Westfield Primary Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 503 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 602 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westfield Primary Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lamara Taylor, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12572nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 47 in York.
Westfield Primary Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 68 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westfield Primary Community School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Westfield Primary Community 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 | Askham Lane, York, York, YO24 3HP |
| Headteacher | Lamara Taylor |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 503 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 503 / 602 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12572nd of 13,686
Nationally
1390th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
43rd of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
39%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
96
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Askham Lane, York
York, YO24 3HP
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