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Schools in YO42

A postcode district in East Riding of Yorkshire

  • Postcode district
  • 14 schools and nurseries

In short: YO42 is a postcode district in East Riding of Yorkshire with 8 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 4 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries148 primary · 3 secondary · 4 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in YO42

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All YO42 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in YO42

8 in YO42, best first

Melbourne Primary School

York, YO42 4QE · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

20 first choices, 21 offers made

Met the standard at 1173%

England 62%

Days missed
3.2%
Pupils
185
Pupils per teacher
21.7
View school Melbourne Primary School

St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

Pocklington, YO42 2HE · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

16 first choices, 14 offers made

Met the standard at 1183%

England 62%

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
116
Pupils per teacher
21.9
View school St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

Top Secondary Schools in YO42

3 in YO42, best first

Nurseries in YO42

4 in YO42, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in YO42

2 in YO42, by the school's Eduscope score

Pocklington School

York, YO42 2NJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
641
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pocklington School

Special Schools in YO42

1 in YO42. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Allerthorpe School

Pocklington, YO42 1NT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
20
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Allerthorpe School

Private Schools in YO42

2 in YO42. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Allerthorpe School

Pocklington, YO42 1NT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
20
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Allerthorpe School

Pocklington School

York, YO42 2NJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
641
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pocklington School
The map

Every school in YO42, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, GoodPocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School, Requires improvement in 2 areasWarter Church of England Primary School, GoodBarmby Moor Church of England Primary School, GoodPocklington School, InspectedPocklington Junior School, GoodWoldgate School and Sixth Form College, GoodMelbourne Primary School, GoodSt Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy, GoodAllerthorpe School, GoodSt John's Pre School And Nursery, GoodLyndhurst Private Pre-School Day Nursery Limited, GoodBlue Sky Day Nursery Pocklington, GoodLittle Pips Day Nursery
  • Good11
  • Not graded yet3
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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Living here

What it's like for families

YO42 has 14 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about YO42

How many schools are in YO42?

YO42 has 14 schools, including 8 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 4 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in YO42?

The highest-ranked schools in YO42 on Eduscope are Melbourne Primary School, Woldgate School and Sixth Form College, Warter Church of England Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in YO42?

There are 2 independent schools in YO42. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in YO42 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in YO42?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 14 schools in YO42 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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