Badger Hill Primary Academy
York, YO10 5JF · York · primary school
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16th of 47 primary schools in York we can score, 50 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.7/10 against 3,899 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Badger Hill Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school engage parents in monitoring their child’s progress between formal reports?
What Ofsted said about Badger Hill Primary Academy
Overview
Badger Hill Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils are enthusiastic about learning in this friendly school, where they achieve well against ambitious aspirations. The report highlights a broad and interesting curriculum that connects closely to local history and geography, fostering strong pupil engagement.
Strengths
- The reading programme is effective, with children in Reception making a strong start and additional support promptly provided for those needing it.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," using local examples and visits to museums or theatres to bring subjects like history and geography to life.
- Staff effectively identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they are fully integrated and learn the full curriculum.
- The personal development programme is a strength, helping pupils understand emotions, healthy relationships, and physical and mental well-being from an early age.
- Staff are committed and proud, with workload managed effectively and staff well-being treated as a priority.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects within the wider curriculum, work does not routinely support pupils to learn complex ideas or make meaningful connections across their learning.
- The school should match activity choices and resources more precisely to the disciplinary knowledge and skills pupils need to deepen their understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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