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Knavesmire Primary School

Trafalgar Street, York, YO23 1HY

A Outstanding-rated primary school in York where 84% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

486

Ages

3-11

FSM

8.4%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Outstanding

Oct 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

90.0%

Writing

87.0%

Maths

89.0%

RWM Combined

84.0%

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About Knavesmire Primary School

Knavesmire Primary School is a primary school in York, York. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 84% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 486 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Trafalgar Street, York, YO23 1HY | More schools in York

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Knavesmire Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2022 — Outstanding
Nov 2007 — Outstanding (predecessor: Knavesmire Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Knavesmire Primary School

What is Knavesmire Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Knavesmire Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Knavesmire Primary School's latest exam results?

Knavesmire Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 84% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Knavesmire Primary School located?

Knavesmire Primary School is a primary school in York, York (YO23 1HY).

How many pupils attend Knavesmire Primary School?

Knavesmire Primary School has around 486 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Knavesmire Primary School with other schools?

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