Hornsea Burton Primary School
Hornsea, HU18 1TG · East Riding of Yorkshire · primary school
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76th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.3/10 against 1,668 of them, against 2.1/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hornsea Burton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 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 (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 75 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the current performance gap?
What Ofsted said about Hornsea Burton Primary School
Overview
Hornsea Burton Primary School is described as a "happy and friendly" environment where staff maintain high expectations for behaviour, resulting in "calm and orderly" classrooms. The report highlights that pupils feel safe, respected, and confident in seeking help from adults. While the new leadership team has successfully redesigned the curriculum to improve learning in most subjects, inconsistencies remain in how certain subjects are sequenced and taught.
Strengths
- Staff help pupils get off to a "great start" with education, particularly through a redesigned curriculum that teaches content in a "logical order" in most subjects.
- Reading and mathematics are prioritised effectively; most pupils learn to read quickly, and teachers use strong subject knowledge to adapt activities for mixed-age classes.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "fully included" and benefit from "well-planned teaching and support" from knowledgeable staff.
- The school fosters positive personal development, helping pupils become "healthy and respectful citizens" who value different cultures and understand personal safety.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff being "caring," well-trained, and maintaining detailed records of concerns.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum planning in a small number of subjects, such as geography and history, does not always follow a "logical sequence," hindering pupils' progress.
- Teachers in some subjects do not provide enough opportunities to help pupils remember "important knowledge and subject-specific vocabulary."
- Attendance for some pupils is too low, causing them to miss "important learning," requiring leaders to raise expectations and intervene early.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are well-trained, know pupils well, and work closely with outside agencies when necessary.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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