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Stakesby Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Stakesby Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Whitby, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 211 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

211

Pupils

210

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Stakesby Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Stakesby Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 211 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Stakesby Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Byland Road, Whitby, YO21 1HY
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
32.6% of pupils
DfE URN
146112

Other Primary Schools in Whitby

If Stakesby Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Whitby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Stakesby Primary Academy

Is Stakesby Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Stakesby Primary Academy currently has 211 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Stakesby Primary Academy?

Admission to Stakesby Primary Academy is managed by North Yorkshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Stakesby Primary Academy cover?

Stakesby Primary Academy is a primary school in Whitby, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Stakesby Primary Academy?

Stakesby Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.