St Thomas More Voluntary Catholic Academy
Hull, HU4 7NP · Kingston upon Hull, City of · primary school
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61st of 70 primary schools in Kingston upon Hull, City of we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,864 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Thomas More Voluntary Catholic Academy 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%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally. The most recent inspection took place in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect the current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about St Thomas More Voluntary Catholic Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have made "considered changes" that have positively impacted staff practice and pupil experiences. Pupils "achieve well" and are "typically well prepared for their next stage in education," with attainment mostly in line with national averages. The school is characterised as a "friendly and inclusive environment" where pupils enjoy learning and feel safe.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed and sequences learning appropriately," helping pupils build knowledge securely.
- Attendance has improved, with rates now "in line with national averages" for all pupil groups.
- Pupils behave well, displaying "positive attitudes to school" and forming "strong and respectful relationships."
- Staff have "sound knowledge of the subjects that they teach" and receive effective training.
- Systems effectively identify barriers to learning, ensuring pupils with special educational needs are supported to "catch up."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed teaching approach changes to ensure they are "implemented to a consistently high level across the school."
- Staff should consistently make "well-considered decisions about how to use continuous provision in the early years" to strengthen learning.
- Leaders should strengthen systems for "evaluating the impact of recent improvement actions" to better inform strategic decision-making.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 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
—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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