Carlton Miniott Primary Academy
Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Carlton Miniott Primary Academy is a primary school in Thirsk for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 376 schools in North Yorkshire. It ranks 3rd of 10 primary schools in Thirsk. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 September 2023, report published 13 October 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 September 2023
Carlton Miniott Primary Academy is a school where staff have very high expectations of pupils. The school values of respect and kindness are demonstrated well by pupils in lessons and around the school. There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Parents and carers value the help and support that their children receive. Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are exemplary. They follow daily routines which are well embedded. Pupils know what is expected of them and rise to meet these expectations. Many pupils speak of their love of coming to school. They know how important their education is and enjoy their lessons. They eagerly discuss the support that staff give them. Pupils achieve very well. This is due to effective teaching of the curriculum, particularly in mathematics and reading. The trust has supported the school with curriculum development in the foundation subjects such as history and music. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported in classrooms and work alongside their peers. In classrooms, everyone works with purpose and many pupils participate in discussion and debate keenly. Pupils value the many extra-curricular opportunities on offer and take pride in having leadership responsibilities. The board games club is particularly well attended. Pupils speak with enthusiasm about visits they have been on to places such as York Castle. Older pupils are buddies to younger pupils and show patience and kindness when supporting them.
What the school should improve
- Some foundation curriculum subjects are still in development. This means that not all subjects are as clear in their sequencing and progression as other subjects, such as history and music. The school should ensure that there is clarity in what should be delivered in all subjects so that teachers are confident in the teaching of the full curriculum in order that pupils can demonstrate clear knowledge.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
34 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
196 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Carlton Miniott Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alanbrooke Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
| Keeble Gateway Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Sowerby Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| All Saints Catholic Primary School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Thirsk Community Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 30% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ELEVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Matthew Boyle
- Phone
- 01845522088
- Address
- Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- URN
- 145370
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.