Barlby Bridge Community Primary School, York

In its own words: "Our school is based in Selby, which has a rich history dating back to the medieval era. It was founded as an abbey town in 1069. Throughout the centuries, Selby Abbey played a significant role in the town's development, with its construction starting in 1069 and continuous expansion over time."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Barlby Bridge School. It is a privilege to be Headteacher of such a warm, welcoming and inclusive community. We are a friendly, one-form entry primary school and nursery serving families in the wider Selby area. At Barlby Bridge, we believe in the power of family and community."

The school runs a breakfast club and after-school care.

In 2025, 80% of Year 6 pupils at Barlby Bridge Community Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 80% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 76% and 73% in North Yorkshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 59% in reading and 68% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 18 families put Barlby Bridge Community Primary School as their first choice and 57 named it as one of their preferences, for 18 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Barlby Bridge Community Primary School are Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (0.4 miles, Good, 78% reading, 75% maths); Selby Community Primary School (0.6 miles, Good, 79% reading, 79% maths); Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby (0.6 miles, Requires improvement, 55% reading, 55% maths); and Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School (1 mile, Good, 70% reading, 67% maths).

Barlby Bridge Community Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.

34% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), according to the 2026 school census.

Barlby Bridge Community Primary School had 11 teachers in 2026, one for every 14 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest railway station is Selby Rail Station, about 270 metres away (roughly a 3-minute walk).

3 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is John Street (sw-bound), 150 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 211 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in North Yorkshire (9), as is usual near a town centre.

In 2024/25, Barlby Bridge Community Primary School issued 5 suspensions, 3.2 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.

The secondary schools closest to Barlby Bridge Community Primary School are Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science (0.7 miles), Brayton Academy (1.2 miles) and Barlby High School (1.6 miles).