Thornton in Craven Community Primary School
Thornton-in-Craven, BD23 3SX · North Yorkshire · primary school
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77th 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 the 1,407 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| 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.
Thornton in Craven Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Striking and fielding club and Earthkeepers club, or play tri-golf, basketball, and archery. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 91 pupils against a stated capacity of 77. 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 provided for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How does the curriculum balance the named clubs with core academic time?
What Ofsted said about Thornton in Craven Community Primary School
Overview
Thornton in Craven Community Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a happy place with a strong sense of community and a ‘family feel’. Pupils are kind, well-behaved, and enthusiastic, benefiting from high expectations and a broad, engaging curriculum that ensures they achieve well.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious, with carefully identified knowledge in most subjects taught in well-ordered steps, allowing pupils to talk confidently about their work.
- Early reading is taught with rigour using a new scheme; phonics is consistent, books are well-matched to pupils’ abilities, and those falling behind receive effective support.
- Mathematics has a well-developed curriculum where staff clearly explain concepts, routinely check learning, and address misconceptions quickly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and supported effectively through prompt assessment and curriculum adaptations.
- Behaviour is very good, with polite interactions and lessons free from disruptions, while governors have an accurate view of the school’s strengths and weaknesses.
Areas to improve
- In the early years, staff expertise is developing, meaning some activities do not always ensure children learn what is intended; leaders should strengthen staff expertise and align work with curriculum aspirations.
- In some foundation subjects, such as art and design, assessment processes are in early stages, leaving staff less certain about essential knowledge; the school should strengthen subject knowledge and assessment to identify gaps in pupils’ learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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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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