Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Harrogate

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Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School

Harrogate, HG3 3QW

109 Pupils

105 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

5.50% FSM %

61 Boys

48 Girls

About Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School

Bishop Monkton 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 2–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 109 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Sally Cowling.

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	Wetherby and Easingwold
Ward	Wathvale & Bishop Monkton
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	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10080614
URN	121551
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Ashlea Costelloe	Chair of Governors	07/10/2024	06/10/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Philip Alcock	Governor	11/12/2023	10/12/2027	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Jennifer Barker	Governor	01/09/2021	31/08/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Ashlea Costelloe	Governor	07/10/2024	06/10/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Sally Cowling	Governor	01/04/2009	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Helen Giles	Governor	02/05/2023	01/05/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Alexander Hawkes	Governor	04/10/2024	03/10/2028	Elected by parents
Mrs Anna Kirby	Governor	04/10/2024	03/10/2028	Elected by parents
Ms Carolyn Small	Governor	06/10/2023	31/08/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Judith Smith	Governor	11/11/2022	10/11/2026	Elected by parents
Mr Michael Taylor	Governor	15/10/2024	14/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Rachel West	Governor	20/03/2023	20/03/2027	Elected by school staff

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School?

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

How many pupils does Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School have?

Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School has 109 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

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

Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School a faith school?

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

Who is the headteacher at Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School is Mrs Sally Cowling.

Where is Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School located?

Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School is at St John's Road, Bishop Monkton, Harrogate, HG3 3QW, in the North Yorkshire local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

Does Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

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

Is Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School currently open?

Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Sally Cowling

St John's Road, Bishop Monkton, Harrogate, HG3 3QW

01765677583

www.bishopmonkton.n-yorks.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 121551

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026