Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

URN: 117992 • Cottingham HU16 5TX

Overview

Name
Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN
117992
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Richardson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01482846169
Website
Visit
Address
Main Street, Cottingham HU16 5TX

Summary

Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Cottingham, East Yorkshire, serves a mixed-gender population of 78 pupils across four classes, with a capacity for 84. The school is committed to providing a nurturing educational environment rooted in Christian values, specifically focusing on Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience. Headteacher Stuart Richardson emphasizes the importance of community and personal development, encouraging students to support one another as they grow.

The curriculum at Skidby Primary is designed to foster both academic and spiritual growth, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and creative expression. Recent reports from Ofsted and the SIAMS highlight the effective teaching of writing and the positive culture of reading that inspires students. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's educational approach, noting the supportive atmosphere and the emphasis on individual student needs.

In addition to the primary education offered, Skidby Primary also hosts an independent nursery, providing early years education for younger children. The school aims to create a welcoming environment where families can engage with the school community and participate in their children's learning journey.

Key details

LA
East Riding of Yorkshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
84
Pupils
78
Boys
44
Girls
34
FSM %
23.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 78 44 34 84 23.10
2024-09-11 71 42 29 84 15.70
2023-09-11 82 50 32 84 12.20
2022-09-11 82 50 32 84 12.20
2021-09-11 77 46 31 84 15.60
2020-09-11 81 48 33 84 17.30

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