What is the best primary school in Scarborough?

On our composite score, Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Scarborough, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Scarborough?

There are 21 primary schools in Scarborough with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Scarborough ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Scarborough?

Applications for Reception places in Scarborough starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Scarborough

Compare 21 top-rated primary schools in Scarborough, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy vs Cayton Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Scarborough

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Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy

Cayton Community Primary School

Gladstone Road Primary School

Lindhead School

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Brompton and Sawdon Community Primary School

St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Scarborough

Newby and Scalby Academy

East Ayton Community Primary School

Hertford Vale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Staxton

St George's Catholic Primary School

Wheatcroft Community Primary School

Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy

Seamer and Irton Community Primary School

Barrowcliff School

Scarborough, Overdale Community Primary School

Snainton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Scarborough, Northstead Community Primary School

Friarage Community Academy

Wykeham Church of England Primary School

Hackness Church of England Primary School

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