George Pindar School

URN: 146819 • Scarborough YO11 3LW

Overview

Name
George Pindar School
URN
146819
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
HEARTWOOD LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
40.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lesley Welsh (since 2025)
Telephone
01723582194
Website
Visit
Address
Moor Lane, Scarborough YO11 3LW

Summary

George Pindar School is a mixed secondary academy located in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 727 pupils and a capacity of 939. The school is part of the Heartwood Learning Trust, which aims to create an inclusive and collaborative environment for students. The core values of the school—kindness, respect, and teamwork—are integral to its ethos and were selected by both pupils and staff.

The school offers a supportive curriculum designed to prepare students for life beyond education, emphasising personal development and academic achievement. With 37.7% of students eligible for free school meals, George Pindar School is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all learners, ensuring that every child can thrive in a nurturing environment.

Parents can find important information regarding school updates, attendance, and uniform on the school's website. The school day begins at 8:40 AM and concludes at 3:15 PM, with designated times for tutor sessions and lunch, fostering a structured yet supportive atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HEARTWOOD LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
939
Pupils
727
Boys
362
Girls
365
FSM %
37.70
Open date
2019-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 727 362 365 939 37.70
2024-09-11 681 343 338 939 36.90
2023-09-11 675 364 311 939 30.20
2022-09-11 675 364 311 939 30.20
2021-09-11 661 357 304 939 28.60
2020-09-11 643 346 297 939 24.60

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