Highlands Primary School
Hull, HU7 5DD · Kingston upon Hull, City of · primary school
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7th of 70 primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.7/10 against 994 of them, against 7.1/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Highlands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 474 pupils against a stated capacity of 474. 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
Since the school is at full capacity, how does the admissions process handle oversubscription for the next entry year? With an Outstanding rating from 2024, what specific strategies are used to maintain this standard across all year groups? How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard, given that 8.0% currently achieve this?
What Ofsted said about Highlands Primary School
Overview
Highlands Primary School is described as a place where ‘pupils thrive’ and benefit from ‘strong relationships with staff’. The inspection found that the school provides an ‘exciting, ambitious curriculum’ that is meticulously designed to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Leaders maintain ‘very high expectations’, resulting in pupils who are ‘exceptionally well behaved’ and achieve ‘very well’ across the school.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘just right for all pupils’, with staff making ‘expert choices’ in delivery that help pupils learn ‘extremely well’.
- Early reading is prioritised through precise phonics teaching, ensuring pupils, including those with SEND, become ‘confident and enthusiastic readers’.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘kindness and respect’ for others, supported by a personal development programme rooted in core values like empathy and tolerance.
- Leaders provide ‘exceptionally systematic’ professional development for staff, including high-quality coaching and intensive training.
- Well-planned experiences, such as museum visits and musical performances, allow pupils to ‘make links to their learning’ and deepen understanding.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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