Mill Hill Primary School
Northallerton, DL6 1AE · North Yorkshire · primary school
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95th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 1,292 of them, against 7.6/10 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) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mill Hill 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%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 236 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How does the new inspection framework affect the current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Mill Hill Primary School
Overview
Mill Hill Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "proud," "safe," and thrive within an "inclusive environment." The report highlights a "tangible atmosphere of love, care and happiness," with leaders having overseen improvements that embed "secure pupil progress." Disadvantaged pupils achieve particularly well, often outperforming their national peers, ensuring they are "well prepared for the transition to secondary school."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well-sequenced," with a strong focus on reading, phonics, and personal, social and emotional development from the earliest years.
- Disadvantaged pupils "consistently achieve more highly than their disadvantaged peers nationally," supported by an "effective and targeted pupil premium strategy."
- Attendance is typically close to or above national averages, driven by leaders who "leave no stone unturned" in addressing concerns and staff who make the school a "warm and welcoming place."
- Behaviour is "generally positive," with a "tangible culture of respect and tolerance" where older pupils act as role models and discriminatory behaviour is understood and minimised.
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed," ensuring pupils feel safe.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers "consistently and effectively pinpoint pupils’ misconceptions" and adapt teaching so that "gaps in pupils' knowledge are closed quickly."
- Provision for some pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, must "swiftly and effectively address barriers to learning" so they "consistently produce high-quality work."
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture" where safeguarding is "everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 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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