Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Whitby, YO22 4TH · North Yorkshire · primary school
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178th 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 3,161 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 54 pupils against a stated capacity of 112. 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating while addressing the gap in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school. Leaders have raised expectations and improved the curriculum, resulting in a culture where pupils feel safe, cared for, and valued. The school is described as a "wonderful, warm community" where staff know pupils well and foster independence and resilience.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit high levels of respect and enthusiasm for learning, bringing the school’s Christian values to life.
- The early years curriculum provides a "highly positive start" with knowledgeable staff delivering well-planned activities.
- Reading is highly valued, with consistent phonics teaching and a wide range of books exposing pupils to diversity and healthy relationships.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are quickly identified and supported with ambition matching their peers.
- Staff feel well supported regarding workload and well-being, while governors strategically challenge and support school leaders.
Areas to improve
- Monitoring processes in some foundation subjects are "not as focused as they could be," slowing the development of pedagogical skills and curriculum refinement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders being "diligent and detailed" in their work and maintaining a clear culture of safeguarding supported by targeted staff training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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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