Sherburn Hungate Primary School
Leeds, LS25 6DD · North Yorkshire · primary school
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171st 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 — 2.4/10 against 2,651 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Sherburn Hungate Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 406 pupils against a stated capacity of 447. 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 maths? What specific steps are being taken to improve attainment since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sherburn Hungate Primary School
Overview
Sherburn Hungate Primary School continues to be a good school, described as an inclusive and harmonious place where pupils thrive. The report highlights a calm environment underpinned by values of inclusiveness, respect, and kindness, with parents expressing delight at the quality of education. Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils gain good knowledge and skills across a broad curriculum.
Strengths
- The school is praised for its "ambitious curriculum" with a "logical sequence" that ensures learning builds progressively from Reception to Year 6.
- Reading is a high priority, with an "effective approach to early reading" helping most children quickly learn to break down words and blend sounds.
- Mathematics teaching has improved significantly following previous recommendations, with staff now skilfully teaching the subject and pupils solving complex problems with confidence.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are accurately identified and achieve well, accessing the same curriculum as their peers with adapted teaching.
- Staff well-being is supported, with all staff surveyed stating they are "proud to work at the school."
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, leaders have not mapped out key knowledge with sufficient detail, meaning pupils learn less in these areas than in others. Leaders should identify the key knowledge for all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with accurate records, appropriate recruitment checks, and a strong culture of keeping children safe supported by dedicated staff and regular training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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