Staithes, Seton Community Primary School
Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS13 5AU · North Yorkshire · primary school
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223rd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.3/10 against 1,856 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 30.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.11 |
| 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.
Staithes, Seton Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 56 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 core subjects? What specific interventions are in place to help students reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the current attainment gap?
What Ofsted said about Staithes, Seton Community Primary School
Overview
Pupils at this small, coastal village school are described as "confident, happy and safe," embodying values of "ambition, community and excellence." The inspection highlights an "exceptional" approach to behaviour and attitudes, alongside an "exemplary programme for personal development" that includes distinctive 'beach school' sessions. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the report notes that assessment practices in some subjects require refinement to better identify learning gaps.
Strengths
- Behaviour and attitudes are "exceptional," contributing to a "purposeful learning environment" where pupils are "polite, courteous and helpful."
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children benefiting from an "ambitious and well-planned curriculum" and making "exceptional progress."
- Reading is a high priority, with adults delivering phonics "with consistency" so pupils develop "confidence and fluency."
- Personal development is strong, with a "meticulous programme" of personal, social and health education tailored to the local context.
- Leaders demonstrate "high expectations" and a "tenacious approach" to improving attendance, which remains high.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some subjects is not used well to "precisely identify gaps in pupils’ learning," meaning misconceptions are not addressed quickly enough.
- In some subjects, pupils’ achievement is not in line with the school’s intentions, leaving some pupils "not well prepared for the next stage of education."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective" and there is a "strong shared culture of safeguarding throughout the school."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 30% |
| 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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