Knavesmire Primary School

URN: 142760 • York YO23 1HY

Overview

Name
Knavesmire Primary School
URN
142760
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EXCEL LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Adam Cooper (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01904806545
Website
Visit
Address
Trafalgar Street, York YO23 1HY

Summary

Knavesmire Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in York, accommodating 486 pupils aged 3 to 11, with a capacity of 420. The school is committed to developing the whole child, fostering an environment where children can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, support, and care for one another and the environment, ensuring a welcoming and safe atmosphere for all students.

The curriculum at Knavesmire includes a broad range of subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages, alongside creative disciplines like Art and Music. The school also offers a Forest School programme and various extracurricular activities, including clubs and music lessons, to enrich the educational experience. Support for families is a priority, with resources available for parents and students, including online support and information on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Knavesmire Primary School is part of the Excel Learning Trust and actively engages with the local community. The school promotes a culture of inclusivity and encourages children to develop self-esteem, confidence, and an enthusiastic attitude towards learning, ensuring that all students can succeed together.

Key details

LA
York
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EXCEL LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
486
Boys
263
Girls
223
FSM %
8.40
Open date
2016-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 486 263 223 420 8.40
2024-09-11 482 257 225 420 8.70
2023-09-11 463 248 215 420 6.60
2022-09-11 463 248 215 420 6.60
2021-09-11 460 248 212 468 6.20
2020-09-11 472 257 215 468 5.20

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