St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Harrogate, HG1 1JA · North Yorkshire · primary school
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57th 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2/10 among them, against 7.1/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.2 out of 10 among them, against 7.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 243 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Peter's Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "welcoming, friendly" environment underpinned by a strong Christian ethos. Pupils are described as "proud to attend" and demonstrate high levels of respect and empathy, contributing to a "highly inclusive culture" where behaviour is "calm and orderly."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "well planned," particularly in mathematics where a "structured approach" helps pupils build on prior learning.
- Phonics is taught "consistently well" with fully trained staff, ensuring pupils become "competent readers" and receive timely intervention if needed.
- Staff receive "high-quality training" and have "secure subject knowledge," allowing them to make effective adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The school fosters positive relationships and pupil responsibility, with opportunities for roles such as "librarian" or "well-being warrior."
- Governance and the trust provide "effective support," with leaders showing "tenacity" in securing external support for vulnerable pupils.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, such as history and geography, teachers do not develop pupils' "disciplinary knowledge" sufficiently.
- Pupils have "limited opportunities" to work like historians or geographers, such as using maps or evaluating sources, meaning they cannot consistently recall how these disciplines work.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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