Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School
URN: 141722 • Harrogate HG1 3DT
Overview
- Name
- Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 141722
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- YORKSHIRE CAUSEWAY SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Symonds (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01423563078
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bilton Lane, Harrogate HG1 3DT
Summary
Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School, located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 277 pupils. Established in 1785 and relocated to its present site in 1973, the school has a strong commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting a sense of community and encouraging pupils to take an active role in school life through initiatives like the school council and various ambassador roles.
The school offers a rich and varied curriculum, with a particular emphasis on science and maths mastery, which has garnered national recognition. Additionally, Richard Taylor School has a flourishing Forest School Programme and has received awards for its environmental initiatives, including the Woodland Trust Gold Award. The school also prioritises physical education, having maintained the Gold Mark for School Sport for the past five years.
Support for students is a key focus, with dedicated staff committed to meeting individual needs and celebrating achievements. Parents are actively involved in the school community, contributing to a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially.
The school offers a rich and varied curriculum, with a particular emphasis on science and maths mastery, which has garnered national recognition. Additionally, Richard Taylor School has a flourishing Forest School Programme and has received awards for its environmental initiatives, including the Woodland Trust Gold Award. The school also prioritises physical education, having maintained the Gold Mark for School Sport for the past five years.
Support for students is a key focus, with dedicated staff committed to meeting individual needs and celebrating achievements. Parents are actively involved in the school community, contributing to a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially.
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Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- YORKSHIRE CAUSEWAY SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 278
- Pupils
- 277
- Boys
- 125
- Girls
- 152
- FSM %
- 9.00
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 277 | 125 | 152 | 278 | 9.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 278 | 130 | 148 | 278 | 9.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 275 | 135 | 140 | 278 | 6.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 275 | 135 | 140 | 278 | 6.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 275 | 131 | 144 | 278 | 6.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 278 | 137 | 141 | 278 | 5.00 |
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