St John's Primary School In Rishworth
Sowerby Bridge, HX6 4QR · Calderdale · primary school
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6th of 76 primary schools in Calderdale we can score, 81 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 — 9.3/10 against 2,034 of them, against 9.6/10 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 | 89.0 · 97 | 40% | 3.89 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's Primary School In Rishworth overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 89.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 22.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 152 pupils against a stated capacity of 148. 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 2022, 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 St John's Primary School In Rishworth
Overview
St John’s Primary School is described as a “very happy school” where pupils “love their learning” and behave with high standards. The inspection highlights an “ambitious curriculum” and exceptional personal development, supported by strong leadership and a positive culture.
Strengths
- Reading instruction is a key strength, with staff working “skilfully” to ensure pupils become “confident readers” and develop a “love of reading”.
- Behaviour and attitudes are praised, with pupils being “polite and well mannered” and bullying being “not tolerated”.
- Personal development is promoted “exceptionally well” through high-quality enrichment experiences and a focus on school values like “neighbourliness”.
- Leaders have created a “happy and united school community” with a “strong sense of teamwork” and considerate support for staff well-being.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “learn well alongside their peers” due to carefully planned curriculum adaptations.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must identify and sequence the “essential knowledge” in some curriculum aspects, as teachers are currently unclear about what should be taught in certain subjects.
- Assessment systems in some foundation subjects need development to check if pupils’ knowledge and skills are “secure over time”, allowing for more precise future planning.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting a “very strong culture of safeguarding” where staff are well-trained and concerns are followed up swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 89% |
| 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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