Poppleton Ousebank Primary School
York, YO26 6JT · York · primary school
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17th of 47 primary schools in York we can score, 50 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 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Poppleton Ousebank Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 436 pupils against a stated capacity of 444. 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 who are not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school manage the transition for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Poppleton Ousebank Primary School
Overview
Pupils are proud to attend this school, where they treat each other with high levels of respect and demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour. The school provides a "well-chosen curriculum" that is ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, resulting in strong progress in core subjects.
Strengths
- Behaviour is described as "exemplary," with pupils showing "kindness, respect and a positive attitude to learning" and self-regulating exceptionally well.
- The early years provision is outstanding, with children making an "exceptionally strong start" through an "exciting and well-sequenced curriculum" that fosters independence and exploration.
- Early reading is a priority, supported by a "comprehensive and well-embedded reading curriculum" that helps children learn to read quickly and fluently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "targeted support and timely interventions," enabling them to access the same ambitious curriculum as their peers.
- Staff are described as experts in their subjects, and the school offers a wide range of leadership opportunities and extra-curricular activities that pupils "relish."
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure that gaps in pupils’ knowledge are identified and addressed consistently across all subjects, as systems to check retention are more developed in some areas than others.
- The school should prepare pupils for life in modern Britain by developing their understanding of other religions and cultures, as some pupils currently have a limited knowledge in this area.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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