Sowerby Primary Academy

URN: 145369 • Thirsk YO7 1RX

Overview

Name
Sowerby Primary Academy
URN
145369
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
62.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Keeley Ungerechts (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01845523037
Website
Visit
Address
Topcliffe Road, Thirsk YO7 1RX

Summary

Sowerby Primary Academy, located in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, is a mixed primary school that serves 291 pupils, with a capacity of 339. As part of the Elevate Multi Academy Trust, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their potential. The academy's core values—Courage, Kindness, Acceptance, Resilience, and Respect—guide its approach to education and community engagement.

The curriculum at Sowerby Primary Academy is designed to develop both skills and values, ensuring that children not only gain knowledge but also learn to make positive choices. The school emphasizes a play-based learning approach in its Foundation Stage, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and personal development. This foundation prepares students for a smooth transition into the Primary Stage, where learning becomes more engaging and relevant to their experiences.

Sowerby Primary Academy also prioritises the well-being of its students and families, collaborating with various agencies to address individual needs. The school aims to create a warm and welcoming community, encouraging parents and carers to participate actively in school life and support their children's educational journey.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ELEVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
339
Pupils
291
Boys
151
Girls
140
FSM %
21.20
Open date
2018-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 291 151 140 339 21.20
2024-09-11 304 150 154 339 22.50
2023-09-11 293 130 163 339 19.50
2022-09-11 293 130 163 315 19.50
2021-09-11 306 139 167 315 18.00
2020-09-11 314 141 173 315 14.00

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