Rufforth Primary School
URN: 146840 • York YO23 3QF
Overview
- Name
- Rufforth Primary School
- URN
- 146840
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PATHFINDER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Richards (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01904806222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wetherby Road, York YO23 3QF
Summary
Rufforth Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in York, with a current enrolment of 109 pupils. The school operates with a capacity of 109 and aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally. With only four classes, Rufforth offers a close-knit community atmosphere that fosters independent and confident learners.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Inspire – Care – Grow," reflecting its commitment to high expectations and the well-being of its students. The staff prioritise creating a safe and valued environment, enabling pupils to meet and exceed their potential. The school also places emphasis on the importance of parental engagement, providing resources such as ParentPay for school dinners and regular newsletters to keep families informed.
Rufforth Primary School serves a diverse community, with approximately 6.4% of its pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s approach to education is designed to inspire a love of learning while ensuring that each child feels cared for and supported throughout their educational journey.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Inspire – Care – Grow," reflecting its commitment to high expectations and the well-being of its students. The staff prioritise creating a safe and valued environment, enabling pupils to meet and exceed their potential. The school also places emphasis on the importance of parental engagement, providing resources such as ParentPay for school dinners and regular newsletters to keep families informed.
Rufforth Primary School serves a diverse community, with approximately 6.4% of its pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s approach to education is designed to inspire a love of learning while ensuring that each child feels cared for and supported throughout their educational journey.
Useful links
- Governors, Trustees & Volunteers (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Model Publication Scheme (download)
- General Privacy Notice (download)
- Pupils, Parents & Carers (download)
- Workforce Privacy Notice (download)
- Data Protection Policy (download)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
Key details
- LA
- York
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PATHFINDER MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 109
- Pupils
- 109
- Boys
- 59
- Girls
- 50
- FSM %
- 6.40
- Open date
- 2019-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 109 | 59 | 50 | 109 | 6.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 102 | 53 | 49 | 105 | 7.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 99 | 54 | 45 | 105 | 9.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 99 | 54 | 45 | 101 | 9.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 99 | 61 | 38 | 104 | 6.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 93 | 54 | 39 | 104 | 5.40 |
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