Rufforth Primary School
URN: 121412 • York YO23 3QF
Overview
- Name
- Rufforth Primary School
- URN
- 121412
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Johanna Slack (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Wetherby Road, York YO23 3QF
Summary
Rufforth Primary School is a small community school located in York, accommodating 95 pupils with a capacity of 104. The school prides itself on creating a warm and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally. With a mixed-gender setting and only four classes, Rufforth aims to foster independent and confident learners through high expectations and a supportive atmosphere.
The school's ethos revolves around the principles of "Inspire, Care, Grow," emphasizing the importance of a safe and valued community for all students. This family-like environment encourages pupils to meet and exceed their potential, supported by dedicated staff who prioritize individual growth and development.
Rufforth Primary School also offers a range of resources for parents, including a ParentPay system for school dinners and regular newsletters to keep families informed about school events and updates. With a focus on both educational and emotional support, the school is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals ready to engage with their community.
The school's ethos revolves around the principles of "Inspire, Care, Grow," emphasizing the importance of a safe and valued community for all students. This family-like environment encourages pupils to meet and exceed their potential, supported by dedicated staff who prioritize individual growth and development.
Rufforth Primary School also offers a range of resources for parents, including a ParentPay system for school dinners and regular newsletters to keep families informed about school events and updates. With a focus on both educational and emotional support, the school is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals ready to engage with their community.
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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
- 104
- Pupils
- 95
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 43
- FSM %
- 5.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-10-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 104 | 5.30 |
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