Our school is proud to have been at the heart of both Hackforth and Hornby villages since 1871.  As a rural school in North Yorkshire, we provide an enviable environment for our children to learn in.  Recently, in September 2021, we entered into a collaboration with the Federation of Snape Community and Thornton Watlass CE Primary Schools.  This collaboration allows us to retain the advantages of being a small rural primary school, whilst benefitting from the advantages of being part of a bigger organisation. 

There are two classes within our school: Caterpillars and Butterflies. 

Our Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 children are taught in Caterpillars, and Years 3 to 6 are taught in Butterflies.  Both classes benefit from support from experienced Teaching Assistants.   

Our curriculum offer includes a focus upon supporting our children to lead an active, healthy lifestyle and we enhance this provision through the use of a Sports Coach.  We also recognise the wonder of the outdoors, utilising our outdoor areas for learning, including Forest School activities. We welcome in members of our local community, including local church representatives, as well as people from the wider community.