Helmsley Community Primary School, York

In its own words: "Here at Helmsley we are passionate about promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all our children. We are committed to providing a welcoming, community atmosphere in which we can nurture the achievements of every child. Your children are the reason why we are all here."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, netball, chess and eco club.

In 2025, 86% of Year 6 pupils at Helmsley Community Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 79% 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 58% in reading and 63% in maths in 2024.

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

For September 2026 entry, 20 families put Helmsley Community Primary School as their first choice and 42 named it as one of their preferences, for 20 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 Helmsley Community Primary School are Nawton Community Primary School (2.7 miles, Good, 93% reading, 87% maths); St Benedict's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy (3.8 miles, Good, 80% reading, 80% maths); and Gillamoor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (5.6 miles, Good, 75% reading, 50% maths).

Helmsley Community Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 2 of these 3 schools.

Helmsley Community Primary School is one of 11 schools run by Areté Learning Trust, an academy trust.

10.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 2.3% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 26 pupils (14.7%) received SEN support and 2 (1.1%) 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 a moderate learning difficulty.

Helmsley 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.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Helmsley Community Primary School.

4 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Carlton Road (e-bound), 130 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 4 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in North Yorkshire (9).

Helmsley Community Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.