Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Whitby, YO22 4LA · North Yorkshire · primary school
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233rd 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 — 0.1/10 against 2,425 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 22.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.05 |
| 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.
Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 22.0% 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 June 2023. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 55 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between current results and national medians?
What Ofsted said about Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
This inspection confirms that Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School “continues to be a good school.” It is described as an “inclusive, welcoming place” where pupils settle quickly and enjoy “positive and respectful relationships” with staff. The report highlights a strong culture of safeguarding and effective leadership that has improved curriculum delivery since the headteacher’s arrival.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well in “calm, settled” classrooms, with bullying reported as non-existent and concerns addressed swiftly.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring staff are trained in phonics and providing “timely support” to address gaps in knowledge.
- Teachers possess “strong subject knowledge” in most areas, allowing them to address misconceptions quickly.
- The curriculum is well adapted for mixed-age classes, ensuring tasks are “age-appropriate” and challenging.
- Governors actively monitor development and take action to prevent staff from becoming “overwhelmed by changes.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must precisely identify the “small steps of progress” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as current actions are “too broad.”
- Leaders should continue refining the curriculum in “less-established subjects” to eliminate gaps in pupils’ learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders establishing a “strong culture” where staff remain vigilant to concerns and conduct thorough checks of adults.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 22% |
| 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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