Menston Primary School

URN: 107299 • Ilkley LS29 6NY

Overview

Name
Menston Primary School
URN
107299
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Marie Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
St. Peters Way, Ilkley LS29 6NY

Summary

Menston Primary School is a mixed community school located in Ilkley, Bradford, accommodating 402 pupils with a capacity for 420. The school prides itself on fostering a warm and friendly environment where children are encouraged to care for one another and engage actively in their learning. The ethos of the school revolves around the motto "Making our World a Better Place," with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning experiences, such as the Daily Mile and various nature-related activities.

The school is committed to prioritising the mental health and wellbeing of its students, as evidenced by its myHappymind Silver Accreditation. Attendance is highly valued, with a target of at least 97%. The school encourages parents to ensure that absences are kept to a minimum and to communicate any necessary leave in advance.

Menston Primary also supports children's emotional and social development through innovative programs, including the Dog Mentor Programme, which utilizes a school dog to enhance the learning environment. Overall, the school community is dedicated to providing a rich educational experience that promotes both academic excellence and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
402
Boys
206
Girls
196
FSM %
2.70
Open date
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2018-04-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 402 206 196 420 2.70
2024-09-11 402 206 196 420 2.70
2023-09-11 404 216 188 420 2.00
2022-09-11 404 216 188 420 2.00
2021-09-11 429 224 205 420 3.30
2020-09-11 422 226 196 420 2.40

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