Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School
York, YO51 9DS · North Yorkshire · primary school
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133rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,305 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5/10 among them, against 6.1/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. An April 2026 Ofsted inspection used the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5 out of 10 among them, against 6.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Pupil-led Games, Sewing, Multi-Sports, Forest School, Art & Crafts, and Choir clubs, plus football teams and residential trips. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 120 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the residential visits? How are the pupil-led clubs structured to ensure consistent participation?
What Ofsted said about Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School
Overview
The report describes a community-focused school where pupils feel valued and safe, benefiting from a well-structured curriculum and high-quality pastoral support. Leaders demonstrate high aspirations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement.
Strengths
- The personal development programme is "extremely well established," helping pupils develop character, a "secure sense of belonging," and an understanding of British values and global issues.
- Pupils take on an "impressive range of leadership roles," such as school councillors and eco leaders, contributing meaningfully to school life and the local community.
- Attendance rates are high, with leaders building positive relationships with families and using personalised strategies to support pupils who have been reluctant to attend.
- Inclusion is prioritised, with leaders using a "research-led approach" to quickly identify needs and provide precise support, ensuring barriers to learning are reduced.
- Staff workload is managed effectively, and leaders maintain "positive, trusting relationships with families," who speak highly of the school’s caring ethos.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure high-quality teaching consistently develops pupils’ phonics and writing knowledge for Year 2 pupils onwards to address minor misconceptions in spelling, grammar, and handwriting.
- Staff in the early years should consistently maximise opportunities for high-quality interactions to deepen children’s vocabulary and understanding across all areas of learning.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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