Forest of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary School
York, YO30 1AG · North Yorkshire · primary school
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190th 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 2,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| 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.
Forest of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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 January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 98 pupils against a stated capacity of 189. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between current results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Forest of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work has “improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Pupils “thrive” in an environment where staff maintain “the highest expectations” for achievement and behaviour, resulting in a culture where children are “highly engaged” and “enthusiastic.”
Strengths
- Pupils “achieve exceptionally well” through a “very well-constructed curriculum” that is “extremely ambitious” and delivered consistently via a ‘learning cycle’.
- Reading is given “the highest priority,” with a “well constructed” phonics curriculum ensuring pupils “quickly learn to become fluent readers.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “quickly identified and exceptionally well supported,” receiving help that is “closely matched” to their specific difficulties.
- The school has developed a “culture of high attendance,” with leaders creating an environment where pupils are “excited to attend.”
- Relationships are a “significant strength,” with pupils showing “genuine care and empathy” and staff building bonds “rooted in care and ambition.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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