Mountbatten Primary School
Hull, HU9 4HR · Kingston upon Hull, City of · primary school
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65th of 70 primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of we can score. 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 — 5.6/10 against 969 of them, against 4.0/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mountbatten Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council and play football. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 272 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 new report-card framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Mountbatten Primary School
Overview
Mountbatten Primary School is described as a place that "cares deeply for its pupils," where they "feel as though they belong" and are "safe and cared for." While leaders have driven "rapid improvements" in attendance and curriculum, the report identifies that pupils’ achievements in handwriting, spelling, and wider subjects remain below national expectations, with some gaps in knowledge persisting.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Leaders are "committed" to inclusion, ensuring pupils with SEND and those who are disadvantaged are "supported well and included fully."
- Attendance has improved significantly due to "decisive and strategic action," with staff following up absences "tenaciously."
- Staff are "proud to work at the school," morale is "positive," and workload is "managed considerately."
- The early years curriculum is "well structured," supporting children’s "communication and language skills" effectively.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment information more effectively to address gaps in pupils’ knowledge "quickly," particularly in handwriting and spelling.
- Leaders should ensure Reception tasks are "more closely matched to their needs" so children achieve intended outcomes.
- Pupils need a "secure understanding of British values and protected characteristics" to prevent disrespectful views and language.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is "everyone's responsibility" and 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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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.
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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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