Joseph Rowntree School

URN: 121711 • York YO32 4BZ

Overview

Name
Joseph Rowntree School
URN
121711
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Hewitt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01904552100
Website
Visit
Address
Haxby Road, York YO32 4BZ

Summary

Joseph Rowntree School is a mixed, voluntary controlled secondary school located in York, accommodating approximately 1,270 students aged 11 to 18. The school, founded by The Joseph Rowntree Foundation in 1942, is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, aiming to provide a high-quality education that enhances life chances for all students. The ethos of the school emphasizes tolerance, collaboration, and overcoming challenges.

The curriculum at Joseph Rowntree School is broad and designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills across core and foundation subjects. The school also offers a range of extra-curricular activities that promote personal development and community engagement. With modern facilities and a dedicated staff, the school strives to create an excellent learning environment.

Support for students is a key focus, with a strong pastoral care system in place to ensure their well-being and academic success. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to student support and the ambitious curriculum provided. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community to further enhance their children's educational experience.

Key details

LA
York
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1328
Pupils
1270
Boys
618
Girls
652
FSM %
19.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1270 618 652 1328 19.30
2024-09-11 1283 625 658 1328 18.90
2023-09-11 1287 647 640 1328 15.90
2022-09-11 1287 647 640 1328 15.90
2021-09-11 1325 659 666 1328 14.80
2020-09-11 1296 638 658 1321 12.90

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