Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School
Harrogate, HG3 3NR · North Yorkshire · primary school
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202nd 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 0.6/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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) 2022/23 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2022/23 | 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.
Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2022/23, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 62%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art and Craft, Yoga, and Cookery Clubs, or play Archery, Cricket, Hockey, Gymnastics, Quidditch, and Rounders. Year 5 and 6 students attend a residential trip to Humphrey Head. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 53 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Markington Church of England Primary & Nursery School is described as “wonderfully caring and aspirational,” with a strong inclusive ethos. The report highlights “exceptional” behaviour and an “Outstanding” early years provision, noting that pupils achieve well in a carefully tailored mixed-age curriculum.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exceptional,” with children being “kind and polite” and treating each other with high respect.
- The early years provision is “Outstanding,” featuring “meticulously considered” learning opportunities and “exceptionally high quality” staff interactions.
- Reading is a clear priority, with children making “rapid progress” and enjoying a diverse library and weekly story-sharing sessions.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive “excellent support” and are “at the heart of all the decisions” regarding their provision.
- Parents are “overwhelmingly happy” with the education, care, and development their children receive.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, lessons lack regular opportunities for pupils to revisit prior learning, hindering long-term memory retention.
- Systems to check what pupils know and remember are inconsistent; in some subjects, teachers lack a clear understanding of pupils’ prior knowledge, preventing them from building effectively on existing understanding.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
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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