Dunnington Church of England Primary School
Pear Tree Lane, Dunnington, York, YO19 5QGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Dunnington Church of England Primary School is a primary school in York for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 70 schools in York. It ranks 14th of 92 primary schools in York. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 November 2012, report published 28 November 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 7 July 2022
Dunnington Church of England Primary School is an inclusive and vibrant school. Pupils are confident, resilient and independent learners. The seven school values make up the word 'RESPECT'. The school's strong Christian ethos shapes these values. One pupil describes the values as 'lots of good words in one word.' Staff and pupils act with compassion and humility. Their working relationships are very positive. Pupils are kind, polite and caring. They say that there is always something to take part in. Year 6 prefects support younger pupils at social times. There is plenty for pupils to do, from sports activities to a quiet club. Staff have high expectations for all pupils. Pupils know these expectations and behave well. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school. They say that leaders listen to their concerns. One parent describes the school as 'an extension of the family.' Pupils feel safe and happy. Parents agree. Pupils say that bullying is rare. If it happens staff deal with it immediately. Pupils enjoy the different responsibilities that they have in school. Collective worship monitors talk to religious visitors about school. They have created pictures to help other pupils understand the Lord's Prayer. Recently, for the Queen's Jubilee, the school council organised a bake sale. Pupils enjoyed taking part to try to win the 'Dunnington star baker spoon.'
What the school should improve
- Leaders have not fully implemented the school's new curriculum plans in every subject. Leaders and staff are still refining aspects of the curriculum to ensure that pupils retain the identified key knowledge and skills over time. Leaders should ensure that they review and refine the curriculum, so that it matches the scope of subjects where this work has already been completed.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
35 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
170 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Dunnington Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warthill Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Osbaldwick Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 60% met the expected standard |
| Stockton-on-the-Forest Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Badger Hill Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
| St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- YORKSHIRE LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Clare Thompson
- Phone
- 01904552910
- Address
- Pear Tree Lane, Dunnington, York, YO19 5QG
- Local authority
- York
- URN
- 144713
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.