Kirkby in Malhamdale United Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 121629 • Skipton BD23 4BY
Overview
- Name
- Kirkby in Malhamdale United Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 121629
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Wright (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01729830214
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chapel Gate, Skipton BD23 4BY
Summary
Kirkby in Malhamdale United Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Skipton, North Yorkshire, is a small, mixed primary school with 54 pupils enrolled, well below its capacity of 84. The school is supported by a secular foundation trust and operates as part of a federation with Settle CE Primary School. This close-knit environment allows for small class sizes and a high adult-to-child ratio, fostering personalized learning experiences.
The school prides itself on its strong academic performance, having received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in February 2019. Kirkby Malhamdale emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, engaging parents, governors, and the local community to create relevant and meaningful learning opportunities. The picturesque setting in the Yorkshire Dales enriches the curriculum, particularly through outdoor learning.
Kirkby Malhamdale also offers after-school care and holiday provision, ensuring support for families. The school promotes clear aims and values, reflecting its commitment to partnership and community involvement, making it an inviting choice for prospective parents.
The school prides itself on its strong academic performance, having received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in February 2019. Kirkby Malhamdale emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, engaging parents, governors, and the local community to create relevant and meaningful learning opportunities. The picturesque setting in the Yorkshire Dales enriches the curriculum, particularly through outdoor learning.
Kirkby Malhamdale also offers after-school care and holiday provision, ensuring support for families. The school promotes clear aims and values, reflecting its commitment to partnership and community involvement, making it an inviting choice for prospective parents.
Useful links
- Governors Meeting Minutes (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (SEND) (sen)
- Requesting Leave of Absence (sen)
- Job Vacancy: GTA (SEN) with MSA dinnertime responsibilities (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Football Tournament (calendar)
- PTA Meeting (calendar)
- Celebration Assembly (calendar)
- Halloween Party (calendar)
- School Term and Holiday Dates (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 54
- Boys
- 29
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 54 | 29 | 25 | 84 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 59 | 30 | 29 | 84 | 11.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 42 | 19 | 23 | 84 | 12.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 42 | 19 | 23 | 84 | 12.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 40 | 21 | 19 | 84 | 12.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 50 | 29 | 21 | 84 | 4.00 |
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