Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy
Scarborough, YO11 3LG · North Yorkshire · primary school
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241st 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.0/10 against 134 of them, against 1.5/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 62% | 0.54 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% 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 (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in dance, gymnastics, swimming, athletics, and team games, with a breakfast club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 316 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 activities are included in the daily gymnastics and swimming sessions? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy
Overview
Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy is described as a "calm and orderly environment" where pupils "enjoy learning" and demonstrate "high expectations." The report highlights strong relationships between staff and pupils, with a curriculum that is "carefully sequenced" and effectively supports all learners, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "very positive" behaviour, showing "respect, self-belief, honesty and kindness" towards each other and adults.
- The curriculum is well-designed, with "purposeful training" enabling staff to deliver lessons confidently and deepen pupils’ knowledge.
- Phonics and early reading are taught "very effectively," resulting in pupils who are "confident and fluent readers."
- Early years provision offers a "wonderful start," with staff focusing on developing children’s language skills and confidence.
- Pastoral care is "very strong," ensuring pupils feel "listened to, cared for and valued."
Areas to improve
- The new writing curriculum is "not taught consistently well," leading to variations in the quality of pupils’ writing.
- In religious education, activities and assessment are "not closely matched" to expected learning, meaning pupils do not retain key knowledge over time.
- Inconsistencies in some subjects mean pupils lack sufficient opportunities to "practise and apply their key learning."
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 30% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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