Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy
Scarborough, YO12 4HF · North Yorkshire · primary school
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66th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.5/10 against 1,656 of them, against 8.5/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 19.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in November 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join a choir, perform in The Magic Flute Opera, and compete in Boccia ball and DRET cups. They participate in gymnastics, dance, athletics, and outdoor adventurous activities. Trips include residential visits, cultural trips to places of worship, a stargazing event at Danby Lodge, and library visits.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 pupils against a stated capacity of 310. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How are the residential trips organised for families?
What Ofsted said about Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy
Overview
Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy is described as a "warm and inclusive community" where pupils feel safe and are ready to learn. The report highlights "marked improvements" in safeguarding, behaviour, and attendance, with leaders demonstrating a "clear, evidence-based understanding" of the school’s context and challenges.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with "high-quality training" for staff and "rigorous" monitoring of punctuality reducing persistent absence.
- Inclusion is rated at a "Strong standard," with "high expectations" for disadvantaged and SEND pupils, supported by "tightly focused" interventions that make a "clear, positive and timely difference."
- Pupils achieve highly in English and mathematics, with outcomes "consistently at least in line with, and often above, the national averages," particularly given low starting points.
- Safeguarding standards are met, creating an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Leadership and governance are effective, with trustees using "focused questions" to hold leaders to account and a "coherent professional learning programme" supporting staff.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should support staff to implement the early years curriculum as intended, ensuring children have "further opportunities to develop, practise and learn new knowledge."
- Staff should further develop their use of assessment in the wider curriculum to design tasks that "deepen pupils’ thinking" and build securely on prior knowledge.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an "open culture" where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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