Crayke Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
YORK, YO61 4TZ · North Yorkshire · primary school
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176th 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 4,063 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Crayke 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
Since 0.0% of pupils reached the higher standard, what specific strategies are in place to support those who are ready for greater challenge? How does the school support pupils in developing their reading and writing skills to close the gap with the national median?
What Ofsted said about Crayke Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Crayke Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ personal development. The report describes a “calm and nurturing” environment where pupils are “confident and articulate” and feel “safe” and “valued.” Strong community ties and high staff morale contribute to a positive culture where “everyone is kind and everyone helps each other.”
Strengths
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with “meticulous planning of trips and experiences” ensuring broad opportunities for all pupils.
- Reading has a “high profile,” with phonics delivered “expertly” and books “well-matched to the sounds pupils are learning.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “flourish” due to “high-quality support” and leaders who are “relentless in their pursuit of support from outside agencies.”
- Early years provision is strong, with children settling quickly and receiving appropriate support for speech and language development.
- Staff are “determined and enthusiastic,” and governors “monitor these effectively,” contributing to a supportive working environment.
Areas to improve
- The mathematics curriculum is “not fully embedded,” and teachers do not “identify and address gaps in pupils’ learning consistently well,” meaning some pupils do not achieve as highly as in other core subjects.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 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
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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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