Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in York

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Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

York, YO42 1SP

39 Pupils

56 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

35.30% FSM %

17 Boys

22 Girls

About Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in York, East Riding of Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England for pupils aged 2–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 39 pupils on roll. School capacity: 56. Current headteacher: Elizabeth Harros.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	East Riding of Yorkshire
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber
Administrative District	East Riding of Yorkshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Bridlington and The Wolds
Ward	Wolds Weighton
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10078497
URN	117972
Data Last Updated	20-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Anna Trever	Chair of Governors	07/11/2024	06/11/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Dorothy Appleby	Governor	10/10/2024	09/10/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rebecca Beere	Governor	03/10/2022	02/10/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Miss Carrie Dean	Governor	03/10/2022	02/10/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Susan Frost	Governor	16/05/2024	16/05/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Claire Green	Governor	12/09/2023	11/09/2027	Elected by school staff
Headteacher Elizabeth Harros	Governor	04/09/2017	03/09/2037	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Hannah Johnson	Governor	25/09/2024	24/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rim Mellonby	Governor	16/10/2020	15/10/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Tony Pexton	Governor	14/07/2020	13/07/2030	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Darren Taylor	Governor	11/09/2024	10/09/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mr Richard Wilkinson	Governor	03/10/2022	02/10/2026	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

3.9 km • York

Other

St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fangfoss

4.07 km • York

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in York, East Riding of Yorkshire.

How many pupils does Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 39 pupils, with a capacity of 56.

What is the age range at Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Executive Headteacher at Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs Elizabeth Harros.

Where is Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Main Street, Bishop Wilton, York, YO42 1SP, in the East Riding of Yorkshire local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

Does Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Executive Headteacher

Mrs Elizabeth Harros

Main Street, Bishop Wilton, York, YO42 1SP

01759368313

www.bishopwiltonprimaryschool.co.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 117972

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026