# Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School — Harrogate, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Rebecca Lyman

## Contact

- **Address:** null
- **Phone:** 01765 677442
- **Website:** http://www.markington.n-yorks.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/harrogate/markington-church-of-england-primary-nursery-school-8881

## About

Our school is a Safe, welcoming place where everyone, including the vulnerable, is valued, nurtured and encouraged. Enquiring minds grow ‘a Love of learning’; become fluent readers; and appreciate the world, themselves and others. Our rich, creative curriculum provides time and space for the mind to grow, and spirit to Flourish.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Outstanding — Apr 2024
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Outstanding — Apr 2024
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Apr 2024
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Apr 2024
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Apr 2024
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Apr 2024

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Our child has thrived at Markington: We've been impressed by the caring and supportive environment at Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School. Our child has grown in confidence and developed a love of learning, thanks to the school's rich and creative curriculum. We're grateful for the strong sense of community and the opportunities for our child to participate in extracurricular activities. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Some areas for improvement: We were pleased with Markington's commitment to its Christian values and the school's focus on supporting vulnerable children. However, we felt that the curriculum could be more engaging for some subjects, and the school could benefit from more opportunities for parental involvement. *(Jun 2021)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional teaching and facilities: We've been delighted with our experience at Markington so far. The teachers are experienced and enthusiastic, and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. Our child loves the school's Christian values and the emphasis on kindness and respect towards others. *(Jan 2020)*

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