Foston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Main Street, Foston, York, YO60 7QBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Foston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in York for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 376 schools in North Yorkshire. It ranks 73rd of 92 primary schools in York. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in October 2024, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 15 October 2024, report published 3 December 2024
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 15 October 2024
Pupils 'learn and grow together' during their time at this small village school. Pupils understand the school values of love, joy, patience and self-control. They know how these contribute to their progress in school. Pupils are keen to meet the high expectations that the school has for their achievement. Pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education. The school promotes a culture of mutual respect. Positive relationships between staff and pupils are at the heart of the school community from the early years onwards. Pupils are happy and thriving. Pupils are proud of their school and enjoy learning. They are polite and well mannered. Pupils feel safe in school and trust adults to deal with any concerns. 'Fantastic Fridays' provide a rich range of thoughtfully planned wider opportunities that enhance and further the curriculum. These experiences both deepen pupils' understanding and broaden their horizons. Pupils benefit from the different extra- curricular clubs and trips. The sporting offer for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), is a particular strength.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, some pupils' misconceptions are not addressed in a timely manner. This can lead to gaps in pupils' knowledge and understanding. The school should ensure it checks what pupils know and ensure that gaps in their knowledge are addressed before moving on to new ideas.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
7 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
58 pupils on roll, with places for 60
Schools near Foston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheriff Hutton Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Welburn Community Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Terrington Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Sand Hutton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Moore
- Phone
- 01653618265
- Address
- Main Street, Foston, York, YO60 7QB
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- URN
- 121492
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.