Tang Hall Primary Academy
York, YO31 0UT · York · primary school
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35th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.3/10 against 608 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tang Hall Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Boys and Girls Football Clubs, Dance Club, Multiskills Club, Random Acts of Kindness, and Young Voices Club. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Tang Hall Primary Academy
Overview
Tang Hall Primary Academy is a school where pupils learn well and benefit from a strong, progressively designed curriculum. Leaders have worked with "passion and determination" to improve teaching and behaviour since the previous inspection, fostering warm relationships and a supportive environment. The school is rated as Good across all inspection categories.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "completely redesigned" to build progressively from early years to Year 6, with a specific focus on addressing speech, language and communication difficulties.
- Mathematics is identified as a "strength of the school," supported by effective materials and consistent teaching practices.
- Pupils are safe, with a "good understanding of bullying" and confidence that staff will resolve issues; they also engage in community activities like charity bake sales.
- Staff build "strong links with parents," particularly in early years, and quickly identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to develop leadership skills and resilience through initiatives like the ‘CREW’ activities.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders in foundation subjects need more opportunity to check teaching and refine the curriculum, as current checks are limited.
- Work in some foundation subjects is "too limited" and does not enable pupils to fully demonstrate the depth of their understanding.
- Pupils’ knowledge of "fundamental British values and world religions" is less secure than other aspects of personal development.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders identifying local risks, delivering regular staff training, and ensuring pupils know how to stay safe online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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