Birstwith Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Harrogate

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Birstwith Church of England Primary School

Harrogate, HG3 2NJ

68 Pupils

87 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

4.40% FSM %

28 Boys

40 Girls

About Birstwith Church of England Primary School

Birstwith Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 68 pupils on roll. School capacity: 87. Current headteacher: Rebecca Lyman.

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	North Yorkshire
Region	Yorkshire and the Humber
Administrative District	North Yorkshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Skipton and Ripon
Ward	Washburn & Birstwith
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to 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	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10078857
URN	121550
Data Last Updated	10-10-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Dr Judy Andrews	Chair of Governors	09/07/2024	14/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Jamie Willis	Governance Professional - Local Authority Maintained School	13/10/2025	13/10/2026	N/A
Dr Judy Andrews	Governor	14/05/2024	14/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Thomas Barker	Governor	23/01/2025	23/01/2029	Elected by parents
Mrs Deborah Britton	Governor	15/01/2024	15/01/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr James Hodgkinson	Governor	20/10/2025	20/10/2029	Elected by parents
Ms Sarah Le Brocq	Governor	23/01/2025	23/01/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rebecca Lyman	Governor	01/09/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Miss Pip Newton	Governor	15/09/2025	15/09/2029	Elected by school staff
Miss Philippa Roberts	Governor	20/05/2024	20/05/2028	Appointed by LA
Mrs Jamie Willis	Governor	15/09/2021	15/09/2025	Elected by school staff

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Birstwith Church of England Primary School?

Birstwith Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

How many pupils does Birstwith Church of England Primary School have?

Birstwith Church of England Primary School has 68 pupils, with a capacity of 87.

What is the age range at Birstwith Church of England Primary School?

Birstwith Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Birstwith Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Birstwith Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Birstwith Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Birstwith Church of England Primary School is Mrs Rebecca Lyman.

Where is Birstwith Church of England Primary School located?

Birstwith Church of England Primary School is at Wreaks Road, Birstwith, Harrogate, HG3 2NJ, in the North Yorkshire local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

Does Birstwith Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Birstwith Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Birstwith Church of England Primary School currently open?

Birstwith Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Rebecca Lyman

Wreaks Road, Birstwith, Harrogate, HG3 2NJ

01423770554

www.birstwith.n-yorks.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 121550

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026