Follifoot Church of England Primary School
Harrogate, HG3 1DU · North Yorkshire · primary school
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7th 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 — 9.2/10 against 3,977 of them, against 8.9/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 88.0 · 96 | 62% | 5.93 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Follifoot Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 42 pupils against a stated capacity of 63. 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 who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Follifoot Church of England Primary School
Overview
This small, rural primary school is described as ‘small and beautiful’, where pupils feel ‘happy and safe’ due to ‘deeply respectful relationships’ with staff. Following a period of leadership instability, the school has achieved ‘increased stability and consistency’, with staff morale reported as ‘high’. The inspection confirms that the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership are all ‘Good’.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘kindness’ towards one another and take pride in leadership roles such as ‘digital leaders’ and ‘reading ambassadors’.
- The curriculum is ‘well adapted and inclusive’ for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who work towards ‘ambitious curriculum end points’.
- Teachers ‘quickly address pupils’ misunderstandings’ and use regular checks to plan subsequent teaching, particularly in mathematics where pupils become ‘confident and proficient’.
- Phonics teaching is ‘well’ executed, with most pupils leaving key stage 1 able to apply their knowledge in writing.
- Personal development is ‘well thought out’, ensuring pupils understand safety, healthy relationships, and online risks.
Areas to improve
- Younger pupils are sometimes taught complex grammar before mastering basic punctuation, leading to errors; the school must ensure ‘foundational skills of writing are given sufficient focus’.
- Leaders and governors do not yet have a ‘clear enough picture’ of the curriculum’s impact, meaning improvements are not identified swiftly enough; systems must be established to better evaluate this impact.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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
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