Christopher Pickering Primary School
Hull, HU4 7EB · Kingston upon Hull, City of · primary school
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5th 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 — 9.4/10 against 2,056 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christopher Pickering Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Mini Marathon, Cosmic Yoga, Bikeability, and Balance bike activities, alongside Forest School trips. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 443 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 provided for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Christopher Pickering Primary School
Overview
Leaders have created a culture of “inclusion and excellence” where the motto ‘Be the best you can be!’ permeates all aspects of school life. The school provides an “exceptional quality of education” with “exemplary” behaviour, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their next stage of education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious and engaging,” often exceeding national expectations, with strong subject knowledge and effective same-day interventions.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “very well supported,” making “excellent progress” through precisely matched provision.
- Reading is prioritised from the start, with a “consistent approach” ensuring all pupils quickly learn to read and develop a love for diverse texts.
- Behaviour is “exemplary at all times,” with no bullying and pupils independently helping those who struggle socially.
- Early years provision ensures children get a “flying start,” developing independence and readiness for Year 1 through a purposefully designed curriculum.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” where staff are vigilant and pupils are confident to report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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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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