Acomb Primary School
URN: 121271 • York YO24 4ES
Overview
- Name
- Acomb Primary School
- URN
- 121271
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lee Haynes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- West Bank, York YO24 4ES
Summary
Acomb Primary School is a community school located in York, serving a mixed-gender population of 292 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 243. The school prides itself on creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where the needs of children are prioritized. The motto, "Putting Children First – Always Aiming High," reflects the school’s commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.
In its 2023 Ofsted report, Acomb Primary School was rated as outstanding in all areas, highlighting its effective teaching and strong community spirit. The school focuses on delivering a well-rounded curriculum that encourages academic achievement while also nurturing the emotional and social development of its pupils.
With a low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (3.4%), Acomb Primary School benefits from a diverse community. The school actively engages with parents through newsletters and events, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. Parents are encouraged to explore the school's website for further information and resources.
In its 2023 Ofsted report, Acomb Primary School was rated as outstanding in all areas, highlighting its effective teaching and strong community spirit. The school focuses on delivering a well-rounded curriculum that encourages academic achievement while also nurturing the emotional and social development of its pupils.
With a low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (3.4%), Acomb Primary School benefits from a diverse community. The school actively engages with parents through newsletters and events, ensuring that families are informed and involved in their children's education. Parents are encouraged to explore the school's website for further information and resources.
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Key details
- LA
- York
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 243
- Pupils
- 292
- Boys
- 135
- Girls
- 155
- FSM %
- 3.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-07-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 292 | 135 | 155 | 243 | 3.40 |
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