Stockton-on-the-Forest Primary School
York, YO32 9UP · York · primary school
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24th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,547 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stockton-on-the-Forest Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Club and Eco Club, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 91 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about Stockton-on-the-Forest Primary School
Overview
Stockton-on-the-Forest Primary School continues to be a good school, serving as a welcoming hub within its local community. Leaders have fostered a positive environment where pupils are polite, well-behaved, and settle quickly, supported by strong parental engagement. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and provides effective support for all learners, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Leaders have implemented an "ambitious and engaging curriculum" with well-sequenced knowledge, empowering subject leaders to drive improvement.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, providing clear explanations and regular opportunities for pupils to recap prior learning, particularly in mathematics and phonics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well through clear processes and appropriately small learning steps.
- The school has a "family feel" with regular communication to parents, who value the academic and pastoral support provided.
- Incidents of bullying are rare, and pupils are confident that adults will deal with concerns quickly.
Areas to improve
- The outdoor environment in Reception does not reflect leaders’ ambition for the curriculum, missing opportunities to deepen children’s learning.
- Opportunities to support pupils’ personal development beyond the academic curriculum are not fully realised, requiring a more coherently planned programme.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and using well-established processes to report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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