Nawton Community Primary School
York, YO62 7SF · North Yorkshire · primary school
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169th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.2/10 against 3,161 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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.
Nawton Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 90 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
With 0.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard, what specific strategies are used to stretch high-achieving children? How does the new inspection framework’s separate grading affect current teaching priorities? What does the daily timetable look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Nawton Community Primary School
Overview
Nawton Community Primary School provides a "calm and nurturing environment" where pupils feel safe and valued. While attendance and behaviour meet the expected standard, pupil achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics has historically been below national averages, though recent improvements are evident. The report highlights a supportive culture for staff and pupils, with specific focus on improving curriculum outcomes.
Strengths
- Leaders have established a "culture of calm and respectful behaviour," with bullying being "very rare."
- Attendance has improved significantly through "decisive action," including early morning starts and welfare checks, now aligning with national figures.
- The curriculum is "well designed and sequenced," with particular success in early years where children "get off to a secure start."
- Staff build "trusting relationships" with pupils, creating a supportive atmosphere where children feel they can share worries.
- Inclusion is effective, with "well-matched support" ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs progress alongside peers.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must continue to improve pupils' achievement, particularly addressing weaknesses in aspects of writing.
- Teaching of writing needs to further improve pupils' "foundational knowledge of grammar and spelling."
- Governors should deepen their understanding of curriculum priorities to better challenge and support leaders.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring 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 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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