Snape Community Primary School

URN: 121323 • Bedale DL8 2TF

Overview

Name
Snape Community Primary School
URN
121323
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Wood (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01677470380
Website
Visit
Address
Ings Lane, Bedale DL8 2TF

Summary

Snape Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Bedale, North Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 33 pupils and a capacity of 57. The school is part of the Federation of Snape Community & Thornton Watlass CE Primary Schools, established in 2011, which allows it to benefit from shared resources and a collaborative approach to education while maintaining its unique rural character.

The school promotes a nurturing environment guided by Christian values, including compassion, respect, and honesty. It aims to inspire and enrich students through a well-rounded curriculum that supports both academic and personal development. The recent OFSTED inspection in March 2023 rated the school as 'Good', highlighting the strong relationships between pupils and staff.

Snape Community Primary School also offers teacher-led nursery provision for three-year-olds, fostering early learning in a supportive setting. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events such as the Harvest Festival, which strengthens ties with families and local organisations.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
57
Pupils
33
Boys
16
Girls
17
FSM %
9.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 33 16 17 57 9.40
2024-09-11 33 15 18 57 3.60
2023-09-11 33 15 18 57 3.80
2022-09-11 33 15 18 52 3.80
2021-09-11 29 14 15 52 0.00
2020-09-11 23 8 15 52 0.00

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