St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
York, YO31 0QQ · York · primary school
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41st of 47 primary schools in York we can score, 50 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 — 1.7/10 against 2,045 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| 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.
St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% 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% 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 (1.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 175 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 literacy? What specific interventions are in place to help students reach the higher standard in maths? How does the Catholic ethos influence daily classroom practice and community engagement?
What Ofsted said about St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Overview
St Aelred’s Catholic Primary School is described as a "welcoming school" where pupils are "proud to attend" and demonstrate values of "friendship, courage and respect." The report highlights "rapid progress" in strengthening the curriculum and improving behaviour following recent leadership changes, with leaders being "highly ambitious" for pupils.
Strengths
- The school offers a "rigorous and well-planned curriculum" that helps pupils build "key knowledge and skills" for their next stages in learning.
- Phonics teaching is consistent and effective, with staff using "the same language, gestures and structures" to help pupils succeed in reading.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "timely and focused support" and careful adaptations to access the curriculum alongside peers.
- Classrooms are "calm and focused places to learn," supported by "consistently applied routines" and clear school rules.
- Stakeholders, including governors and trust leaders, are "proactive in holding leaders to account" and maintain a sharp focus on staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- Ensure the implementation of newly developed curriculum subjects matches the "expectations of the curriculum intent closely" so pupils can build and connect knowledge over time.
- Continue to embed the newly implemented behaviour policy to address occasional incidents that cause worry for a small number of pupils.
- Develop opportunities and training to strengthen leadership at varying levels beyond senior leaders.
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 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 32% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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