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Eastrington Primary School, Goole

Primary
Community school
Mixed
Ages 3–11

Eastrington Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Goole. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in January 2026, ended in a report card: 1 strong standard and 6 expected standard. Before that it was rated Good at its last graded inspection, in April 2011. Its 2025 Key Stage 2 results were the 2nd-highest of the 18 schools in Goole with published results, and 4,096th of 14,452 across England. It was 88% full in 2025.

SATs results
Above England average
Ofsted report card
1 of 7 areas strong or better
Demand
Every first choice offered
Attendance
Better than England average
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Reception applications for September 2027 close in 81 days

Deadline Friday 15 January 2027. Apply to East Riding of Yorkshire (the council where you live). Offers on 16 April.

Data last updated 26 Oct 2026

Eastrington Primary School in detail

What Ofsted's report card says

Ofsted's report card from its 27 January 2026 inspection grades Eastrington Primary School on 7 areas: 1 strong standard and 6 expected standard. Report cards replaced single-word judgements in November 2025, on a five-point scale from exceptional to urgent improvement.

Inclusion - Strong standard. "Leaders have high expectations and ensure that all pupils are included in learning and the life of the school."

Achievement - Expected standard. "Pupils achieve broadly in line with national outcomes over time."

Attendance and behaviour - Expected standard. "Pupils' attendance has been consistently above national figures for some time."

Curriculum and teaching - Expected standard. "The curriculum is carefully thought out to ensure that pupils build their knowledge over time, with clear progression across mixed-age classes."

Early years - Expected standard. "Leaders have designed the early years curriculum to meet the precise needs of children across the setting."

Leadership and governance - Expected standard. "Leaders have continued to build on the school's existing strengths and have shaped a clear direction for improvement."

Personal development and wellbeing - Expected standard. "The school's personal development offer helps pupils to grow as individuals."

Safeguarding standards were met.

Ofsted's next steps for the school: "Leaders should ensure that teachers use assessment consistently well to accurately identify and address gaps in pupils' writing knowledge".

Read the full report card on Ofsted's site (school website)

Source: Ofsted report card (Open Government Licence), quoted

Results

In 2025, 89% of Year 6 pupils at Eastrington Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 78% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 74% and 72% in East Riding of Yorkshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (78% in reading, 89% in maths).

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

Getting a place at Eastrington Primary School

For September 2026 entry, 13 families put Eastrington Primary School as their first choice and 25 named it as one of their preferences, for 13 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

Admissions history and your chances at Eastrington Primary School

Compared with nearby schools

The nearest other state primary schools to Eastrington Primary School are Gilberdyke Primary School (2.4 miles, Outstanding, 85% reading, 76% maths); Howden Church of England Infant School (2.9 miles); Howden Junior School (2.9 miles, 80% reading, 74% maths); and Hook Church of England Primary School (3.6 miles, Requires improvement, 74% reading, 77% maths).

Eastrington Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 3 of them.

Gilberdyke Primary SchoolHowden Church of England Infant SchoolHowden Junior SchoolHook Church of England Primary School

What parents say

30 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Eastrington Primary School (as of April 2026): 100% would recommend the school and 97% say their child is happy there.

The strongest agreement was that they would recommend the school (100%); the weakest, that their child is happy at the school (97%).

Who goes there

3.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 0% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 13 pupils (12.6%) received SEN support and 7 (6.8%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

Staffing

Eastrington Primary School had 7 teachers in 2026, one for every 13 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

Getting there

The nearest railway station is Eastrington Rail Stn, about 810 metres away (roughly a 10-minute walk).

6 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Eastrington High Street, 230 metres away.

The area around the school

In August 2026, police recorded 1 crime within a mile of the school, most often criminal damage and arson. That is well below the typical figure around schools in East Riding of Yorkshire (31).

Suspensions and exclusions

In 2024/25, Eastrington Primary School issued 1 suspension, 0.9 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.

Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE school-level applications and offers; council admissions booklets; DfE appeals statistics; Ofsted Parent View; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; DfE school workforce census; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics

Location

Every family who put it first was offered a place for 2026 entry, so distance did not limit places that year.

Key Information

DfE GIAS
Head:Mr James Phillips
Pupils:103
LA:East Riding of Yorkshire
Phone:01430410219
Address:Portington Road, Eastrington, Goole, DN14 7QE
Status:open

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 9 months ago

Report card - no single overall grade (Ofsted's framework since November 2025)

Safeguarding standards met

  • InclusionStrong standard
  • AchievementExpected standard
  • Attendance and behaviourExpected standard
  • Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
  • Early yearsExpected standard
  • Leadership and governanceExpected standard
  • Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard

Safeguarding standards: met

Inspected 27 January 2026View full report
URN:117841
UKPRN:10079513
Diocese:Not applicable
Constituency:Goole and Pocklington
Urban/Rural:Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city

Ofsted's report card, in its own words

What it's like to be a pupil at Eastrington Primary School

Pupils are safe and well cared for at this school. They attend regularly and arrive at school happily each day. Staff greet pupils warmly as they arrive. Pupils succeed due to the school's robust approach to inclusion. Pupils who are vulnerable are supported with clear routines and specific adaptations. They settle quickly. This reduces anxiety and supports their wellbeing. When concerns arise, pupils receive timely support and reasonable adjustments. Pupils enjoy learning. They are calm and focused in lessons and show positive attitudes to their learning. Routines are clear and well established. Pupils typically progress well from their starting points, including those who face barriers to learning. Staff know pupils well and adapt learning when needed, particularly for pupils who are disadvantaged, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are known to children's social care. Pupils achieve well and are well prepared for their next steps. Pupils are included fully in the life of the school. Staff provide a caring and nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported. Staff know families well, which gives pupils a secure sense of belonging. Pupils access a wide range of experiences, including leadership roles and extra-curricular clubs. They learn to respect others, listen to different opinions and take responsibility for their actions. This helps them to be positive members of their school and prepares them well for life in the wider community. Pupils have positive behaviour. They understand and follow the school's 5 ‘be' rules. Rewards and consequences are used consistently and fairly. As a result, pupils' behaviour has improved, and consequences are used less often. Relationships across the school are positive. Pupils show respect for staff and their peers. They show polite manners and build positive friendships. Staff are approachable and trusted by pupils, parents and carers. Bullying is rare. When it does happen, staff deal with it quickly and effectively.

What Ofsted says the school should do next

  • Leaders should ensure that teachers use assessment consistently well to accurately identify and address gaps in pupils' writing knowledge.

From Ofsted's report card (inspection 27 January 2026). Read the full report Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Ofsted Insights

From Ofsted's January 2026 inspection report.

What This School Does Well

This is a genuinely inclusive school where every child is valued and supported to succeed. Staff build strong relationships with families and work closely with external agencies to meet individual needs. Pupils benefit from a broad, balanced curriculum with clear routines that help them feel confident and secure, whether they're vulnerable learners or high achievers.

Key Strengths

  • Exceptional inclusive practice with high expectations for all pupils, including those with additional needs
  • Above-average attendance rates maintained through proactive monitoring and family support
  • Well-established behaviour routines that have improved pupil conduct, particularly outside lessons
  • Strong early years provision with secure phonics knowledge and communication skills development
  • Effective leadership that prioritizes safeguarding and puts pupil wellbeing at the heart of decision-making

Areas for Improvement

  • Inconsistency in pupils' writing achievement, with some pupils having gaps from previous years that need addressing
  • Some older pupils need further support to close writing knowledge gaps and apply feedback effectively

Safeguarding

Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and managed, and pupils are made safer and feel safe.

Extracurricular Activities

Musical instrument lessons, choir, sports competitions, educational visits including trips to London, pupil council roles, reading ambassadors, anti-bullying ambassadors, mental health ambassadors, peer reading support

Eastrington Primary School is an inclusive primary school where leaders have high expectations for all pupils and create a safe, welcoming environment. The school achieves broadly in line with national outcomes, with particular strengths in attendance, behaviour, and support for vulnerable learners.

At a Glance

3.9%

Free School Meals

No

Boarding

Yes

Nursery

No

Sixth Form

No

Special Measures

What Parents Think

30 responses
Would recommend100%
Child is happy97%
Feels safe97%
Well behaved97%
Kept informed97%
Handles concerns (of parents who raised one)100%

Source: Ofsted Parent View, responses as at April 2026 - % who strongly agree or agree

Primary Performance (KS2)

Academic year 2024/25

KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)

2024
2025
Reading+11ppMaths-11ppWriting-22pp

Reading has improved from 78% to 89% (2024 to 2025). Maths has declined from 89% to 78% (2024 to 2025). Writing has declined from 78% to 56% (2024 to 2025).

Class Sizes

24.8

Avg class size

26.0

Infant (KS1)

24.5

KS2

4

Total classes

2025/26 academic year

How Does This School Compare?

Ranked against 5 nearby primary schools

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Getting There

Train Stations

Eastrington Rail Stn
808m · 13 min walk
Eastrington Rail Station
855m · 14 min walk

Bus Stops

Eastrington High Street (22000769)
226m · 4 min walk
Eastington High Steet (22012106)
329m · 5 min walk
Eastrington Station Road (22000767)
367m · 6 min walk
Eastrington Howden Road (22012107)
520m · 8 min walk
Eastrington Station (22012105)
869m · 14 min walk

Free school transport

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Safety and surroundings

Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)

No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.

The typical figure for schools in East Riding of Yorkshire is 6 (the median across 160 schools, same distance and years).

Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.

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Your chances of a place at Eastrington Primary School

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What the report includes for Eastrington Primary School:

  • The straight-line distance from your home to Eastrington Primary School.
  • We hold no last distance offered figures from East Riding of Yorkshire, so the report covers demand, alternatives and dates.
  • Applications, first choices and offers at Eastrington Primary School for 2014 to 2026 entry.
  • How many families in East Riding of Yorkshire got their first choice, and how often appeals there succeed.
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  • Key dates for September 2027 entry and how to apply.

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Capacity & Demand

School Occupancy

88%

Available places

92 pupils

105 places

13 spare places in 2025

2025, DfE school capacity data

Area Demand Pressure - Goole

Medium pressure
New homes approved:1,554
Projected new pupils:389

Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Goole

Across East Riding of Yorkshire council

Low demand council-wide0.75 applications per place

Places available

3,776

Applications

2,819

Got 1st preference

95.0%

Got preferred school

98.7%

All primary applications across East Riding of Yorkshire council (2026/27), not just this school.

This school: Every first choice offered

Inspection History(6)

27 January 2026Report card
Inclusion
Curriculum & teaching
Achievement
Attendance & behaviour
Personal development
Early years
Leadership & governance
14 October 2021

Ungraded inspection: The school remains Good.

8 June 2016

SEND & SEN Provision

SEN Overview

13

SEN Support

7

EHC Plans

19.4%

of Total Pupils

2026 academic year

Provision & Specialist Facilities

No specialist provision recorded

Pupils by Need Type

Speech, Language & Communication10
Moderate Learning Difficulty5
Social, Emotional & Mental Health4
Physical Disability1
EHC Plan
SEN Support

Pupil Demographics

Ethnicity

White British
99.0%
Mixed
1.0%

2026 academic year

Key Indicators

Free School Meals3.9%
English as Additional Language0.0%

103

Total Pupils

43

Boys

60

Girls

2026 academic year

Workforce

7

Teachers

14.7:1

Pupil-teacher ratio

£53,094

Mean salary

2026 data

School Funding

£6,330

Per pupil

£652k

Total funding

£8k

Pupil premium

Deprivation£15,025
Sparsity£40,000
Lump sum£145,100

2025-26 financial year allocations

Pupil Absence
2024/25

3.9%

Overall absence

3.8%

Persistent absence

80

Enrolments

Authorised2.9%
Unauthorised1.1%
Persistent (10%+)3.8%
Severe (50%+)1.3%

Absence trend

3.1%
18/19
2.8%
20/21
6.5%
21/22
4.0%
22/23
4.2%
23/24
3.9%
24/25
Overall absence rate

Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.

Questions parents ask about Eastrington Primary School

What are SATs results like at Eastrington Primary School?

Of the pupils at Eastrington Primary School who took the 2025 Key Stage 2 assessments, 89% reached the expected standard in reading and 78% did so in maths.

What is Eastrington Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Eastrington Primary School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in January 2026, produced a report card, which grades each area but gives no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in April 2011, it was rated Good.

What is the catchment area for Eastrington Primary School?

No fixed boundary. When Eastrington Primary School is oversubscribed, East Riding of Yorkshire allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.

Is it hard to get a place at Eastrington Primary School?

Eastrington Primary School was not full in 2025: it ran at 88% of its 105 places.

How big are the classes at Eastrington Primary School?

Classes at Eastrington Primary School average 24.8 pupils (2025/26).

How many pupils go to Eastrington Primary School?

Eastrington Primary School has around 103 pupils on roll. 4% are eligible for free school meals.

What is attendance like at Eastrington Primary School?

3.9% of sessions were missed at Eastrington Primary School in 2024/25. 3.8% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).

How do I apply to Eastrington Primary School?

Apply through East Riding of Yorkshire's coordinated admissions process, naming Eastrington Primary School on your application. Applications for Reception places starting in September 2027 close on Friday 15 January 2027, and offers are made on Friday 16 April 2027.

How many road collisions happen near Eastrington Primary School?

No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in East Riding of Yorkshire is 6 (the median across 160 schools, same distance and years).

Where is Eastrington Primary School?

Eastrington Primary School is at Portington Road, Eastrington, Goole, DN14 7QE.

Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)

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