Wigginton Primary School
87%
Capacity
243
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Wigginton Primary School
Wigginton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated Wigginton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Laycock, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2856th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 47 in York.
Wigginton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 34 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Wigginton Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Wigginton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Westfield Lane, York, York, YO32 2FZ |
| Headteacher | Paul Laycock |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.9% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 280 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2856th of 13,686
Nationally
275th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
8th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
75%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westfield Lane, York
York, YO32 2FZ
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