Spennithorne Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Leyburn

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Spennithorne Church of England Primary School

Leyburn, DL8 5PR

44 Pupils

83 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

0.00% FSM %

23 Boys

21 Girls

About Spennithorne Church of England Primary School

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 44 pupils on roll. School capacity: 83. Current headteacher: Zoe Hirst.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with North Yorkshire or the school directly.

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	Richmond and Northallerton
Ward	Scotton & Lower Wensleydale
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	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10079209
URN	121517
Data Last Updated	28-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Joshua Hadfield	Chair of Governors	07/12/2022	01/01/2026	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Rev Liz Moody	Chair of Governors	02/01/2026	01/01/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Lucy Hall	Governor	01/10/2024	11/06/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rosie Ibbotson	Governor	09/12/2024	08/12/2028	Elected by school staff
Rev Chris Lawson	Governor	01/01/2026	01/01/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Marie Mann	Governor	01/09/2021	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Rev Elizabeth Moody	Governor	19/05/2023	18/05/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Rev Jeff Payne	Governor	10/09/2018	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Ruth Pink	Governor	04/10/2022	03/10/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Samuel Wilmington	Governor	04/10/2022	03/10/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr Gareth Woodyer	Governor	09/12/2024	01/09/2025	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Middleham Church of England Aided School

1.93 km • Leyburn

Other

Leyburn Primary School

2.42 km • Leyburn

Other

Wensleydale School

2.68 km • Leyburn

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School has 44 pupils, with a capacity of 83.

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

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

Is Spennithorne Church of England Primary School a faith school?

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

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

The Headteacher at Spennithorne Church of England Primary School is Mrs Zoe Hirst.

Where is Spennithorne Church of England Primary School located?

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School is at Spennithorne, Leyburn, DL8 5PR, in the North Yorkshire local authority, Yorkshire and the Humber.

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

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

Is Spennithorne Church of England Primary School currently open?

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Zoe Hirst

Spennithorne, Leyburn, DL8 5PR

01969623474

fed-mas.n-yorks.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 121517

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026