Appleton Primary School
Hull, HU5 4PG · Kingston upon Hull, City of · primary school
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56th of 70 primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.0/10 against 1,856 of them, against 4.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Appleton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Play club, Cookery Phase 1 and 2, Board Games, Lego, and Hull KR Rugby Phase 2.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 320. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How are the cookery and rugby clubs structured for different year groups?
What Ofsted said about Appleton Primary School
Overview
Appleton Primary School is fulfilling the expected standard of education, with pupils achieving in line with national averages in core subjects. The report highlights a positive school culture where pupils feel safe and thrive, supported by a well-sequenced curriculum and effective teaching. However, attendance remains a significant concern, with too many pupils missing school regularly.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading, writing, and mathematics, with Year 1 phonics results improving to above-average levels.
- The curriculum is logically structured, helping pupils build knowledge incrementally and make connections across subjects.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, as well as disadvantaged pupils, achieve well from their starting points due to targeted support.
- Staff demonstrate high subject knowledge and confidence, using effective questioning to focus teaching precisely.
- The early years provision is warm and inviting, with a strong focus on language development and physical skills.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure strategies to improve attendance lead to rapid reductions in absence for all pupil groups, particularly vulnerable pupils.
- Leaders must ensure pupils develop deep and sustained knowledge across the personal development programme, including fundamental British values.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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