Withernsea Primary School
78%
Capacity
422
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Withernsea Primary School
Withernsea 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 422 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Withernsea Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Hartmann, it falls under East Riding of Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9553rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 106 in East Riding of Yorkshire.
The school has 48 places available and received 48 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Withernsea Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire, Withernsea 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 | Hull Road, Withernsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU19 2EG |
| Headteacher | James Hartmann |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.3% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 540 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9553rd of 13,686
Nationally
1025th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
73rd 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
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
55%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2648
48
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (98% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hull Road, Withernsea
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU19 2EG
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