Wold Newton Foundation School

URN: 118120 • Driffield YO25 3YJ

Overview

Name
Wold Newton Foundation School
URN
118120
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kay Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01262470633
Website
Visit
Address
Back Street, Driffield YO25 3YJ

Summary

Wold Newton Foundation School is a mixed primary school located in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 104 pupils and a capacity of 139. The school operates as a foundation school, emphasising a community-oriented ethos that values aspiration, mutual respect, individual liberty, and cultural understanding. These core values guide the school’s approach to education and personal development.

The curriculum at Wold Newton is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering essential subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school also offers various extracurricular activities, including clubs for dance, gymnastics, drama, and sports, fostering a holistic development environment for students. Additionally, the school prioritises safeguarding and has policies in place to support the well-being of all pupils.

Wold Newton Foundation School actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing regular updates through newsletters and maintaining an informative website. The school’s commitment to inclusivity is reflected in its support for students with special educational needs and its focus on character education, ensuring that all children are equipped to thrive both academically and socially.

Key details

LA
East Riding of Yorkshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
139
Pupils
104
Boys
45
Girls
59
FSM %
15.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 104 45 59 139 15.40
2024-09-11 102 42 60 139 13.50
2023-09-11 97 42 55 139 8.30
2022-09-11 97 42 55 139 8.30
2021-09-11 98 53 45 139 14.60
2020-09-11 94 53 41 139 6.20

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