Schools in Pickering
There are 6 schools in Pickering on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 5 primary and 1 secondary schools, under North Yorkshire local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Pickering (5)
- Pickering Community Infant SchoolCommunity school · YO18 7AT
- Pickering Community Junior SchoolCommunity school · YO18 8AJ
- Rosedale Abbey Community Primary SchoolCommunity school · YO18 8SA
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academyAcademy converter · YO18 8AR
- Thornton Dale CofE Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor led · YO18 7TW
Secondary schools in Pickering (1)
- Lady Lumley's AcademyAcademy sponsor led · YO18 8NG
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Pickering?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 6 open schools with a Pickering address (as of 5 June 2026), including 5 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Pickering guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Pickering?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.