Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
York, YO41 1QQ · East Riding of Yorkshire · primary school
Check the area around this school
69th of 111 primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire we can score, 123 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 3,204 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9/10 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 | 41% | 1.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.74 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 26% | 0.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 97 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between current results and national medians?
What Ofsted said about Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are "very proud" and eager to attend. Leaders maintain "high expectations for all pupils," fostering a calm environment with strong relationships and a curriculum that encourages independent learning.
Strengths
- Teachers plan lessons that encourage pupils to "contribute their own ideas," resulting in learning that pupils describe as "fun."
- Reading is a high priority, with "well-matched" books and effective phonics support helping children, including those who find reading difficult, to catch up.
- The curriculum is "well-thought-out," with clear knowledge goals allowing pupils to build secure understanding in subjects like history and English.
- Pupils display "very good behaviour," with bullying described as "rare" and a strong sense of community engagement through clubs and roles.
- Early years provision effectively develops communication skills through "well-planned activities" and purposeful outdoor learning.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders must receive training to better analyse teachers’ practice and identify "next steps" for improvement, rather than just checking pupil work.
- Leaders should ensure subject leaders identify and share "good practice" across the school to help pupils excel further.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a "strong culture" where staff know safeguarding is "everyone’s responsibility" and act quickly to prevent risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of YO41 1QQ, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT