Keeble Gateway Academy
| Type | Primary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Inspiration Way Sowerby Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1TS |
| Phone | 01845448227 |
| Reference Number | 147192 |
Keeble Gateway Academy is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' grade across various domains, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision. The school, which opened in September 2019, has not been inspected before and is part of the Elevate Multi Academy Trust. The headteacher has been in position since January 2023, and the school emphasizes high expectations for both academic achievement and social skills among pupils, fostering a supportive and respectful atmosphere where children feel safe and valued. Strengths of the school include an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum that enhances pupils’ knowledge and a strong focus on phonics and early reading. Most parents express satisfaction with the education provided, noting staff's kindness and support for their children. However, some parents have raised concerns about the school's communication and engagement, indicating areas where improvements could strengthen relationships with families and inclusivity for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 178 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.19%
Girls: 52.81% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 18.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 11 | 29 |
| 2 | 16 | 10 | 26 |
| 3 | 13 | 18 | 31 |
| 4 | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| 5 | 8 | 9 | 17 |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 93.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 1.7% |
| White, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupils academically and socially.
- Supportive and caring staff who address pupils' emotional needs.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum that builds knowledge effectively.
- Effective prioritization of phonics and early reading.
- Strong personal and social education programming.
- Positive relationships among staff and pupils.
- Regular parental engagement in school activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum not fully embedded across all subjects.
- Mixed feedback from some parents regarding communication effectiveness.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 16 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Sowerby Primary Academy
Topcliffe Road, Sowerby, Sowerby Primary Academy, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1RX |
0.52 miles |
|
All Saints Catholic Primary School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Green Lane East, Sowerby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1NB |
0.58 miles |
|
Thirsk Community Primary School
Hambleton Place, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1SL |
1.32 miles |
|
Carlton Miniott Primary Academy
Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4NJ |
1.84 miles |
|
South Kilvington Church of England Academy
Stockton Road, South Kilvington, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 2LR |
2.27 miles |
|
Alanbrooke Academy
Alanbrooke Barracks, Topcliffe, Alanbrooke Barracks, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 3SF |
2.57 miles |
|
Topcliffe CofE Academy
School Lane, Topcliffe, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 3RG |
3.05 miles |
|
Sessay Church of England Primary School
Sessay, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 3NA |
4.32 miles |
|
Knayton Church of England Academy
Stockton Road, Knayton, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4AN |
4.83 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Thirsk School & Sixth Form College
Topcliffe Road, Sowerby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1RZ |
0.34 miles |
|
Breckenbrough School
Sandhutton, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4EN |
2.99 miles |
|
Queen Mary's School
Baldersby Park, Thirsk, YO7 3BZ |
3.52 miles |
|
Darwin School
Baldersby St James, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4PT |
4.4 miles |
|
Cundall Manor School
Cundall, York, North Yorkshire, YO61 2RW |
4.7 miles |