Sinnington Community Primary School
York, YO62 6SL · North Yorkshire · primary school
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19th 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 1,336 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.4/10 among them, against 9.1/10 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 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sinnington Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.4 out of 10 among them, against 9.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 110 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the expected standard but not the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child in the current cohort?
What Ofsted said about Sinnington Community Primary School
Overview
Sinnington Community Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "happy, caring and safe environment" where pupils thrive. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" characterised by positive relationships and high standards of behaviour. The school benefits from strong leadership and effective trust oversight, ensuring a supportive culture for both staff and pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to their learning" and bullying is described as "exceptionally rare".
- Phonics teaching is consistent and well-assessed, helping pupils become "fluent and confident readers".
- The mathematics curriculum is "meticulously planned and taught", resulting in pupils achieving well.
- Attendance is high with "low" persistent absence, supported by rigorous tracking by leaders.
- Personal development is carefully considered, including leadership roles and visits that widen cultural awareness.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum lacks clear sequencing into smaller blocks, meaning pupils sometimes struggle to recall "crucial pieces of knowledge". The school must ensure exact knowledge is identified and taught step-by-step to prevent gaps.
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 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| 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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