What is the best primary school in Selby?

On our composite score, Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Selby, 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 Selby?

There are 16 primary schools in Selby 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 Selby 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 Selby?

Applications for Reception places in Selby 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 Selby

Compare 16 top-rated primary schools in Selby, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School vs North Duffield Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Selby

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Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

North Duffield Community Primary School

Barlby Community Primary School

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Wistow Parochial Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School

Camblesforth Community Primary Academy

Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School

Selby Community Primary School

Brayton Church of England Primary School

Staynor Hall Primary Academy

Hemingbrough Community Primary School

Cliffe Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby

Chapel Haddlesey Church of England Primary School

Barlow Church of England Primary School

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