Bishopthorpe Infant School

About Bishopthorpe Infant School

Bishopthorpe Infant School is a happy and thriving school in the village of Bishopthorpe, just outside the beautiful and historic city of York. We are committed to providing high quality, highly focussed, early learning experiences for all our pupils to give them the best education possible.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Kerry Davies

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 21 responses • 21.4% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

76.2% positive 4.8% negative

My child does well at this school

90.4% positive 4.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 21 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

4.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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Hannah B

Parent Feb 20, 2023

4.0

"Wonderful Staff and Facilities at Bishopthorpe Infant School"

I'm so impressed with the staff at Bishopthorpe Infant School - they're all so friendly and welcoming. The facilities are also excellent, with a lovely playground and a wonderful library. My daughter is really happy at the school and is learning so much.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Liam R

Parent Nov 15, 2022

3.0

"Not Perfect, but a Good School"

I'm not sure if I'd choose Bishopthorpe Infant School all over again, but it's not a bad school. The staff are generally friendly and the facilities are okay. My son is happy at the school, but I don't feel like the school is pushing him hard enough.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily J

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Our Happy Time at Bishopthorpe Infant School"

My daughter has been at Bishopthorpe Infant School for two years now and it's been an absolute delight. The school's values of kindness, respect and empathy are truly reflected in the way the staff and pupils interact with each other. The facilities are also excellent, with a lovely playground and a wonderful library.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David K

Parent Jun 1, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Education at Bishopthorpe Infant School"

My son attended Bishopthorpe Infant School from Reception to Year 2 and I couldn't be happier with the education he received. The school's maths and English programs are particularly excellent, and the teachers are always available to provide support and guidance.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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