Yew Tree Primary Academy

About Yew Tree Primary Academy

Yew Tree Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Yew Tree Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca O'Hanlon, it falls under Knowsley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10088th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 47 in Knowsley.

Yew Tree Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 25 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Yew Tree Primary Academy include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Yew Tree Primary Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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