Riston Church of England Primary Academy
Hull, HU11 5JF · East Riding of Yorkshire · primary school
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17th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,886 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.9/10 among them, against 7.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Riston Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 19.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.9 out of 10 among them, against 7.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Music Club, Lunch Sports Club, and an After Schools Sports Club. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 79 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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
Since the last inspection was in early 2023, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Riston Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Riston Church of England Primary Academy continues to be a good school where pupils feel happy and safe. Leaders have high aspirations for all pupils, fostering a polite and friendly environment where bullying is not tolerated. The curriculum is designed to meet personal and academic needs, with a strong emphasis on reading and personal development through diverse experiences.
Strengths
- Pupils are polite, friendly, and concentrate well in lessons, feeling confident that any bullying will be dealt with quickly.
- Leaders have developed a curriculum that teaches pupils about the diverse world beyond Riston, promoting respect for difference and equality.
- Reading is central to learning, with well-planned lessons, inviting reading areas, and a phonics programme followed with fidelity and consistency in the early years.
- The mathematics curriculum has been reviewed to ensure teachers plan lessons that enable pupils to embed learning, with accurate use of mathematical language.
- Children in the early years settle quickly, with staff supporting positive attitudes to learning and promptly identifying pupils needing extra support.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum plans in some subjects lack detail on precise knowledge for mixed-age classes, meaning teachers do not always adapt learning to challenge or support pupils sufficiently.
- Targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are often too vague and generic, failing to sufficiently identify individual needs or help staff adapt lessons effectively.
- Leaders do not always communicate well enough with parents, leaving many feeling uninformed about events, changes, or their children’s learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust record-keeping, comprehensive staff training, and timely follow-up of concerns to ensure pupils are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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