Meadowside Academy
URN: 144168 • Knaresborough HG5 0SL
Overview
- Name
- Meadowside Academy
- URN
- 144168
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ELEVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Crawford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01423866207
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Halfpenny Lane, Knaresborough HG5 0SL
Summary
Meadowside Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 205 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school operates under the Elevate Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes curiosity, courage, and kindness among its students. The Headteacher, Mr. S Crawford, leads the school in its mission to provide a supportive and inclusive educational experience.
The curriculum at Meadowside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school emphasizes thematic learning and incorporates outdoor education through its Forest School programme. Educational visits and community events, such as the Christmas Tree Festival and various trips, enhance the learning experience and strengthen ties with local organisations.
Meadowside Academy prioritises the well-being of its students, offering support through various initiatives including SEND provisions and pastoral care. The school also encourages parental involvement and provides resources to help families support their children's learning at home. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Meadowside Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school emphasizes thematic learning and incorporates outdoor education through its Forest School programme. Educational visits and community events, such as the Christmas Tree Festival and various trips, enhance the learning experience and strengthen ties with local organisations.
Meadowside Academy prioritises the well-being of its students, offering support through various initiatives including SEND provisions and pastoral care. The school also encourages parental involvement and provides resources to help families support their children's learning at home. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors Secure Page (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Absences (sen)
- Local Events (calendar)
- Bright Friday- Year 2 Friday 26th November 2021 (calendar)
- Remembrance Day display- Wednesday 10th November 2021 (calendar)
- St John's Church, Knaresborough- Christmas Tree Festival (calendar)
- FOM >> (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ELEVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 107
- FSM %
- 25.90
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 98 | 107 | 210 | 25.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 213 | 109 | 104 | 210 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 105 | 105 | 210 | 21.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 105 | 105 | 210 | 21.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 100 | 109 | 210 | 16.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 107 | 100 | 210 | 13.00 |
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