About Our School
Appleton Primary School has 212 pupils on roll and is situated in the West of Hull with the main electoral ward being Bricknell. We take children from 2-11 and have recently opened a new Unit for 2 year olds and refurbished our learning environment in the Foundation Unit.
The admission number for each year group is 30. The school has an early admissions policy, which takes pupils in the September of the year of their fifth birthday. The Local Authority deals with applications. More information about our schools admissions arrangements can be found on the Constellation Trust website.
We work closely with parents and they are invited into school on a regular basis. New parents and children are invited to attend meetings and drop in sessions in the term before they start school.
We provide a breakfast club every morning from 8 am and various after school clubs run throughout the year. We provide opportunities for children to take part in dancing, cooking, drama and various sporting activities.
The school is a member of The Constellation Trust and works closely with all schools within that trust.
Our latest OFSTED inspection was January 2026 and the school was judged to be at the expected level for almost all areas of the framework.
“Pupils enjoy learning through play, stories, and collaboration, with engaging activities that promote creativity, teamwork and curiosity.”
“Leaders have prioritised consistency in phonics teaching, ensuring that children receive the support they need to become fluent and confident readers.”
“Pupils are respectful about race, religion and disabilities, showing a strong understanding of equality, inclusion, and kindness.”
“Pupils contribute to the community through charity work and local visits, helping them grow into thoughtful, socially aware individuals.”
“Skilled adults support learning and develop vocabulary in early years, ensuring that even the youngest learners get a strong and confident start.”
“Leaders offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities, providing pupils with enriching experiences that enhance both learning and wellbeing.”
“Pupils feel safe and know teachers will help if they are worried, fostering a secure and supportive environment where children can thrive.”
“The expectation at Appleton is that ‘Every child is a reader,’ and this belief is embedded throughout the school’s approach to phonics and literacy.”
“There is a strong reading culture within the school, with staff and pupils alike showing a shared enthusiasm for books and language development.”
“Appleton Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are well supported and cared for across all areas of their education.”
