Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
URN: 147097 • Knaresborough HG5 0JN
Overview
- Name
- Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 147097
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ELEVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex Hope (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01423863265
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Stockwell Road, Knaresborough HG5 0JN
Summary
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 281 pupils and a capacity of 390. The school prides itself on its Christian ethos, fostering a caring community where each child is valued and nurtured. The school's vision emphasizes the importance of individual growth, encouraging pupils to achieve their full potential while promoting values such as compassion and honesty.
The curriculum at St John's is broad and balanced, designed to engage students through imaginative and well-planned activities. The school has received positive feedback from Ofsted, being rated 'Good' with an 'Outstanding' Early Years Foundation Stage. Support for disadvantaged pupils is a priority, with targeted use of pupil premium funding to enhance learning outcomes.
St John's also places a strong emphasis on social and spiritual development, creating an environment where children can grow in confidence and independence. The school community is actively involved in collective worship and prayer, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing a united and caring atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at St John's is broad and balanced, designed to engage students through imaginative and well-planned activities. The school has received positive feedback from Ofsted, being rated 'Good' with an 'Outstanding' Early Years Foundation Stage. Support for disadvantaged pupils is a priority, with targeted use of pupil premium funding to enhance learning outcomes.
St John's also places a strong emphasis on social and spiritual development, creating an environment where children can grow in confidence and independence. The school community is actively involved in collective worship and prayer, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing a united and caring atmosphere for all students.
Useful links
- @Class1_KSJ - Class One's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class2_KSJ - Class Two's Twitter Feed (other)
- @Class3_KSJ - Class Three's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class4_KSJ - Class Four's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class5_KSJ - Class Five's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class6_KSJ - Class Six's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class7_KSJ - Class Seven's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class8_KSJ - Class Eight's Twitter feed (other)
- @Class9_KSJ - Class Nine's Twitter feed (other)
- @KSJ_Primary - The school's Twitter feed (other)
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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
- 390
- Pupils
- 281
- Boys
- 149
- Girls
- 132
- FSM %
- 24.20
- Open date
- 2019-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 281 | 149 | 132 | 390 | 24.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 293 | 149 | 144 | 390 | 22.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 326 | 172 | 154 | 390 | 22.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 326 | 172 | 154 | 390 | 22.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 330 | 160 | 170 | 390 | 20.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 331 | 164 | 167 | 390 | 16.30 |
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