# Foston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — York, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Head of School

## Contact

- **Address:** Foston CE VC Primary School, just off the A64 in the beautiful village of Thornton-Le-Clay
- **Phone:** 20240117
- **Website:** http://www.fostonschool.org/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/york/foston-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school-8835

## About

Foston CE VC Primary School is a wonderful, inclusive village school that fosters a holistic learning experience for its students. The school is situated just off the A64 in the beautiful village of Thornton-Le-Clay, 15 minutes from both Malton and York. The school has a Christian Vision and core values of love, joy, patience and self-control.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — May 2011
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — May 2011

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some Positives, Some Negatives: Foston CE VC Primary School has some great aspects, such as the nursery provision and the Christian values. However, I've found the communication between teachers and parents to be a bit lacking at times. My child seems to enjoy their time at the school, but I'm not entirely convinced about the curriculum. *(Apr 2023)*
- **5/5** — Love, Learn and Grow Together: I'm so impressed with the way Foston CE VC Primary School has incorporated their Christian values into the daily routine. The children are taught to love and care for one another, and it's wonderful to see. The nursery staff are also fantastic, very supportive and encouraging. *(Feb 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent School Experience: Foston CE VC Primary School has been a wonderful choice for my children. The nurturing environment and strong Christian values have really helped my child thrive. The staff are supportive and knowledgeable, and the curriculum is engaging and challenging. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Foston CE VC Primary School - A Great Choice: I was really impressed with Foston CE VC Primary School when my child attended. The staff are friendly and approachable, and the school has a great atmosphere. My child made some wonderful friends and really enjoyed their time at the school. *(Jun 2021)*

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