Crakehall Church of England Primary School
Bedale, DL8 1HP · North Yorkshire · primary school
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65th 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 3,445 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crakehall Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Masham Scouts and Tea Timers Club, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 121 pupils against a stated capacity of 106. 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 to reach the higher standard in maths? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Crakehall Church of England Primary School
Overview
Crakehall Church of England Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils flourish academically and personally within a calm, purposeful atmosphere where they feel happy, safe, and valued by kind staff. The school successfully exemplifies its vision of ‘growing together’, with high expectations driving success across the curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well designed, with key knowledge and skills set out in a logical order so pupils build a secure body of knowledge over time.
- Staff provide high-quality training and use effective feedback methods, such as live marking, to address errors promptly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive appropriate support to overcome barriers.
- Reading is nurtured from Reception, with effective phonics teaching ensuring pupils learn to read with fluency and accuracy.
- Attendance is high for the vast majority of pupils, supported by close work with families who need assistance.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure pupils are better prepared to make the most of their learning when working independently or without direct teacher support, as some tasks do not sufficiently account for what pupils know and can do.
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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