Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 121599 • Skipton BD23 3RE
Overview
- Name
- Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 121599
- 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
- 59.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Peel (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01756749433
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Neville Road, Skipton BD23 3RE
Summary
Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is located in the village of Gargrave, North Yorkshire, and serves a mixed-gender population of 90 pupils, with a capacity for 126. The school is committed to high academic standards and offers engaging lessons in small class sizes, ensuring a strong teacher-to-pupil ratio. This environment fosters individual growth and supports a diverse curriculum that includes arts, sports, and various extra-curricular activities.
As a Church of England school, Gargrave promotes a Christian ethos while encouraging understanding of other faiths and customs. Daily collective worship is an integral part of school life, reinforcing values of love, peace, and hope. The school aims to create a safe and nurturing environment where every child is valued and can reach their full potential.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Gargrave Primary, with parents encouraged to participate in school activities and support their children’s education. The school prioritises open communication with families and the wider community, ensuring a collaborative approach to learning and development. For more information, parents can contact the school directly.
As a Church of England school, Gargrave promotes a Christian ethos while encouraging understanding of other faiths and customs. Daily collective worship is an integral part of school life, reinforcing values of love, peace, and hope. The school aims to create a safe and nurturing environment where every child is valued and can reach their full potential.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Gargrave Primary, with parents encouraged to participate in school activities and support their children’s education. The school prioritises open communication with families and the wider community, ensuring a collaborative approach to learning and development. For more information, parents can contact the school directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Minutes of Governor Meetings (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- School Improvement Plan (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Guidance on absence due to Illness (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 126
- Pupils
- 90
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 50
- FSM %
- 20.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 90 | 40 | 50 | 126 | 20.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 37 | 54 | 126 | 19.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 50 | 47 | 126 | 18.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 50 | 47 | 126 | 18.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 105 | 51 | 54 | 126 | 19.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 107 | 51 | 56 | 126 | 11.20 |
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