Boothferry Primary School
Newport Street, Goole, DN14 6TLOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Boothferry Primary School is a primary school in Goole for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 157 schools in East Riding of Yorkshire. It ranks 11th of 18 primary schools in Goole. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 June 2024, report published 3 July 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 June 2024
Leaders at Boothferry Primary School have established a distinctive school vision based on respect, cooperation and 'international mindedness'. Staff consistently display these qualities through their interactions with pupils. This inspires pupils to value their diverse community of learners. They treat those around them with the utmost respect and kindness. Leaders have shaped a highly inclusive school culture. Pupils feel valued and are proud to be themselves. The school is a very happy place to learn. The school has established a vibrant curriculum for all pupils. Adults bring learning to life through the many opportunities that the curriculum offers. Pupils in key stage 2 value taking part in science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities provided by local businesses. Some pupils contribute to the Boothferry radio station. Leaders make sure that pupils have many opportunities to explore their talents and interests. Pupils behave consistently well. They display very positive attitudes towards their learning. Adults apply their high expectations of pupils consistently well. Pupils rise to these expectations by showing independence and resilience when mastering new knowledge. The school makes sure that pupils and families know that it is important to attend school. Attendance is improving. Leaders have created a culture in which pupils enjoy their learning and want to attend school.
What the school should improve
- The support for those pupils who struggle with phonics is not precise enough. This means that these pupils do not develop the phonics knowledge that they need. The school should provide more effective support for these pupils to enable them to secure their knowledge of phonics.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
52 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
389 pupils on roll, with places for 402
Schools near Boothferry Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Goole | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Parkside Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 42% met the expected standard |
| Kingsway Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 33% met the expected standard |
| Marshlands Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 39% met the expected standard |
| Airmyn Park Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Mike Sibley
- Phone
- 01405762151
- Address
- Newport Street, Goole, DN14 6TL
- Local authority
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- URN
- 117941
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.