Heworth Church of England Primary School
York, YO31 0AA · York · primary school
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44th of 47 primary schools in York we can score, 50 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 4,133 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 0.8/10 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.24 |
| 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.
Heworth Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 0.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 142 pupils against a stated capacity of 135. 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 core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the higher standard in reading, writing, or maths?
What Ofsted said about Heworth Church of England Primary School
Overview
Heworth Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described as having a ‘big heart’ and a ‘family feel’. Pupils flourish in a happy, welcoming environment where they embody values of ‘courage, perseverance, respect and compassion’. The school is well integrated into its community, with staff who know pupils well and act quickly to address any concerns.
Strengths
- Early years provision is strong, with children immersed in language and receiving effective support for early reading.
- Teachers build on previous learning with clear explanations, helping pupils recall and apply knowledge across many subjects.
- Pupils benefit from a rich curriculum enhanced by educational trips, extra-curricular clubs, and leadership opportunities.
- Staff are well supported by the trust, with leaders addressing concerns about workload and well-being.
- Behaviour is generally high, with pupils listening attentively and trusting staff to resolve occasional unkindness promptly.
Areas to improve
- Support plans for some pupils with additional needs, including SEND, lack clarity, leaving teaching staff without sufficient information to help them effectively.
- There is a lack of clarity regarding the school’s key improvement priorities, hindering the effectiveness of strategic leaders in holding the school to account.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders currently improving documents and records to ensure they give sufficient detail of actions taken to ensure pupils’ well-being.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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
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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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