Ravensworth Church of England Primary School
Richmond, DL11 7ET · North Yorkshire · primary school
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127th 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 the 4,247 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 4.1/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.77 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.96 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ravensworth Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2 out of 10 among them, against 4.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 35 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Ravensworth Church of England Primary School
Overview
Ravensworth Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, underpinned by a Christian ethos of ‘Building futures with love’. Leaders and governors ensure all pupils in this small, rural setting have the best chance to succeed, fostering an environment where children are ‘confident, articulate and polite’.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and engaging’, with knowledge that is ‘clearly organised and logically sequenced’ across most subjects.
- Phonics is taught well using a systematic scheme, ensuring pupils who had fallen behind are ‘catching up quickly’.
- Teachers in mathematics and science use precise planning to help pupils build ‘deep understanding’ and ‘think scientifically’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive targeted support, with assessments accurately identifying gaps in learning.
- Staff are ‘proud and happy’ to work at the school, appreciating the support from leaders and governors regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum plans for most subjects have not been ‘fully embedded’, meaning pupils are ‘not achieving as well as they could be in some subjects’. Leaders must continue implementing these plans to ensure pupils gain necessary knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ in place, including suitable staff checks, regular training, and effective support for pupils’ mental health.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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