Woodthorpe Primary School
99%
Capacity
447
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Woodthorpe Primary School
Woodthorpe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 447 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher James McGann, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7982nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 47 in York.
Woodthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
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 Woodthorpe Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Woodthorpe 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 | Summerfield Road, York, York, YO24 2RU |
| Headteacher | James McGann |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 447 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 447 / 450 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Aug 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7982nd of 13,686
Nationally
846th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
31st of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Summerfield Road, York
York, YO24 2RU
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