Hilderthorpe Primary School
Bridlington, YO15 3PP · East Riding of Yorkshire · primary school
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99th of 111 primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire we can score, 123 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 2.9/10 against 1,103 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| 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.
Hilderthorpe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% 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%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, nature, reading, book, computing, and singing clubs. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 322 pupils against a stated capacity of 509. 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 maths? What specific support is available for children who need help with reading? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Hilderthorpe Primary School
Overview
Hilderthorpe Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel "safe and cared for" and are "well prepared for the next stage." The report highlights a strong focus on early reading, inclusion, and personal development, with staff using "high‑quality interactions" to support learning. However, attendance remains below national averages, and some pupils struggle to retain knowledge in wider curriculum subjects due to insufficient opportunities to revisit learning.
Strengths
- Early reading is taught "consistently well," with pupils achieving above the national average in Year 1 phonics.
- Inclusion is central to the school’s work, with effective systems to identify needs early and provide tailored support, including for pupils with special educational needs.
- Staff use "ambitious vocabulary" and clear routines to help pupils express themselves confidently and manage their emotions.
- Personal development is enriched through partnerships with external organisations and a "well-sequenced" programme that broadens pupils' cultural understanding.
- The early years provision is "engaging and high quality," helping children develop secure knowledge and communication skills.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must strengthen efforts to improve regular attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils who "regularly miss school."
- Leaders should ensure key knowledge in wider curriculum subjects is "clearly identified and sequenced" so pupils can build secure understanding over time.
- Pupils need more opportunities to "revisit prior learning" to improve their ability to explain ideas accurately and remember facts in subjects beyond English and mathematics.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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