Boroughbridge Primary School
York, YO51 9EB · North Yorkshire · primary school
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237th of 252 primary schools in North Yorkshire we can score, 290 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,027 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Boroughbridge Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in April 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 280 pupils against a stated capacity of 252. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the new Ofsted report-card framework influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Boroughbridge Primary School
Overview
Boroughbridge Primary School is described as a “happy, kind and safe place to learn” where leaders have responded thoughtfully to significant growth and demographic changes. While safeguarding standards are met and attendance is improving, the report notes that historical outcomes in national assessments have been “mixed and mostly below national averages,” particularly for disadvantaged pupils. Leaders are taking decisive action to strengthen the curriculum, with “early signs of improvement” in pupil achievement, though these are not yet consistently reflected in final results.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture” where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Attendance is a clear priority, showing an “improving picture over time” due to close monitoring and timely support.
- The school environment is “calm, orderly and welcoming,” with “warm and respectful” relationships between staff and pupils.
- Inclusion is central to the school’s work, with “carefully planned” adjustments ensuring pupils with additional needs access learning alongside peers.
- Parents are “overwhelmingly positive” about the care and education their children receive.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teaching provides sufficient time and practice to “secure foundational knowledge” in reading, writing, and mathematics before introducing new content.
- Leaders should ensure the improvement in outcomes continues so pupils leave with “secure knowledge and skills.”
- Leaders should deepen pupils’ understanding of “fundamental British values, protected characteristics and cultural diversity.”
Safeguarding
The report states that safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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