Preston Primary School
Hull, HU12 8UY · East Riding of Yorkshire · primary school
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81st of 111 primary schools in East Riding of Yorkshire we can score, 123 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 — 2.2/10 against 3,004 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Preston Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 147 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school engage parents in monitoring their child’s progress?
What Ofsted said about Preston Primary School
Overview
Preston Primary School is described as an “inclusive and welcoming” environment where pupils enjoy attending and feel well looked after. The report highlights a “strong reading culture” and a “broad, ambitious curriculum” that prepares pupils for life in modern Britain. Staff maintain high expectations, resulting in calm behaviour and positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from “strong” relationships with staff and a supportive environment where they feel “valued and encouraged to succeed”.
- The school has a “strong reading culture” with well-trained staff providing precise support for those struggling with fluency.
- In the early years, children “settle quickly and learn well” through activities that spark curiosity and build independence.
- Personal development is enriched by the ‘No Outsiders’ programme, which supports pupils’ understanding of “tolerance and inclusion”.
- The governing body provides “strong support and challenge”, ensuring pupils are “front and centre” of decisions.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment more effectively in some subjects to identify and address “gaps in pupils’ knowledge” consistently.
- Staff need training to adapt tasks for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) more consistently, reducing over-reliance on adult support.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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