Knavesmire Primary School

Knavesmire Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Knavesmire Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Knavesmire Primary School's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in October 2022, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Knavesmire Primary School?

Knavesmire Primary School has 484 pupils on roll.

What ages does Knavesmire Primary School take?

Knavesmire Primary School admits pupils aged 2 to 11.

Where is Knavesmire Primary School located?

Knavesmire Primary School is located in York, YO23 1HY, York.

How do I apply to Knavesmire Primary School?

Knavesmire Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

How far from Knavesmire Primary School were places offered?

The furthest place offered at Knavesmire Primary School for 2026-27 (Reception) was 1.94 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

What is the largest ethnic background at Knavesmire Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 77.7% of pupils at Knavesmire Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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