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Eppleby Forcett Church of England Primary School

Richmond, DL11 7AY · North Yorkshire · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary Church of England
8.3/10 Well above average

13th 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.

Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 1,942 of them, against 9.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2023/24 100.0 · 100 40% 3.99
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 33.0 · 99 25% 2.47

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Eppleby Forcett Church of England Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2023/24, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 33.0%, against a national median of 6%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024.

Beyond the classroom

The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.

Getting in

The published school roll is 68 pupils against a stated capacity of 52. 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 available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?

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What Ofsted said about Eppleby Forcett Church of England Primary School

Inspection report dated 24 January 2024

Overview

The report describes a school operating across two sites with a "strong sense of unity" where pupils are "articulate and confident." Leaders have developed an "ambitious curriculum" that ensures pupils achieve well in core subjects, though consistency in teaching methods varies across the curriculum.

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" behaviour and "very positive attitudes to learning," with bullying incidents being rare.
  • The school ensures all pupils are "safe and happy," with effective support for those finding reading difficult.
  • Staff collaborate well to improve subject knowledge, resulting in well-planned curricula in subjects like history.
  • Pupils have a strong voice through the school council, creating initiatives like a "reading den" and an "eco-club."
  • Governors are "passionate about supporting the school" and fulfil their duties well, fostering a strong sense of collegiality.

Areas to improve

  • Teaching must consistently support pupils to "make links between their learning" rather than remembering "isolated facts."
  • Adults should routinely check that pupils’ knowledge is "building and deepening over time."
  • Leaders need to improve how pupils learn about diversity, as they are currently unclear about how differences affect treatment.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
100%
2023/24
Higher standard
33%
2023/24
Demand
×1.43
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
4%
vs 25% across England

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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