# South Kilvington Church of England Academy — Thirsk, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.6/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr Stephen Butterworth

## Contact

- **Address:** Stockton Road, South Kilvington, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 2LR
- **Phone:** 01845 523191
- **Website:** https://www.southkilvingtonacademy.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/thirsk/south-kilvington-church-of-england-academy-22553

## About

We are a fully inclusive school that nurtures and develops children academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally. We are very proud of the inspiring teaching that takes place here, along with the nurturing relationships and a relentless determination to support the needs of all children.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Jun 2022
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Jun 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jun 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Jun 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jun 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Jun 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some Great Aspects, but Room for Improvement: While we have been generally happy with our experience at South Kilvington, there are a few areas that could be improved. The curriculum is engaging and the teachers are knowledgeable, but the school could benefit from more opportunities for parental involvement and communication. We have enjoyed our time here so far, but we hope to see some changes in the future. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Happy and Nurturing Environment: I have been thoroughly impressed by the warm and welcoming atmosphere at South Kilvington. My child has thrived in their reception year and I love the focus on Christian values and kindness. The facilities are also excellent, with plenty of opportunity for outdoor learning. *(Jan 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Truly Special School: As a former parent, I can confidently say that South Kilvington is a truly special place. The staff are dedicated, the facilities are excellent, and the values of courage, compassion, and respect are woven into every aspect of school life. My children have grown into confident and kind individuals thanks to their time at South Kilvington. *(Jun 2021)*

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