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Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Pasture Road, Embsay, Skipton, BD23 6RH

A Good-rated primary school in Skipton where 44% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Voluntary controlled school

Church of England

Pupils

196

Ages

4-11

FSM

4.1%

Capacity

207

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2020

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

59.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

44.0%

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About Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2020 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 90 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 44% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 196 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Pasture Road, Skipton, BD23 6RH | More schools in North Yorkshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Standards maintained
Feb 2020 — Good
Oct 2011 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

What is Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2020 inspection.

What do parents say about Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 90 responses): 92% of parents would recommend Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School.

What are Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School's latest exam results?

Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 44% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire (BD23 6RH).

How many pupils attend Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has around 196 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School with other schools?

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