Westfield Primary School
108%
Capacity
452
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Westfield Primary School
Westfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Riding of Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Hickey, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7047th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Westfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westfield Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Westfield 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 | Westfield Primary School, Westfield Road, Cottingham, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 5PE |
| Headteacher | Samantha Hickey |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7047th of 13,686
Nationally
748th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
53rd of 106
In East Riding of Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
62%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westfield Primary School, Westfield Road, Cottingham
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 5PE
Westfield Primary School, Westfield Road, Cottingham
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU16 5PE
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