Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy
York, YO26 7RP · North Yorkshire · primary school
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31st 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 — 8.9/10 against 3,685 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 96.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 96.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join an art club and participate in Calcio Football Centre activities, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 240 pupils against a stated capacity of 220. 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 who do not reach the expected standard? How is the art club integrated into the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy is rated ‘Good’ for overall effectiveness, with ‘Outstanding’ judgements for behaviour, personal development, and leadership. The report highlights a school where pupils are ‘well cared for’ and benefit from ‘exceptional pastoral support’, fostering a community defined by respect and Christian values.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exceptional’ behaviour, showing ‘independence and resilience’ when facing challenges.
- Leaders have designed an ‘ambitious’ curriculum that prioritises early phonics, ensuring pupils become ‘confident and fluent readers’.
- Personal development is ‘Outstanding’, with clubs and PSHE lessons empowering pupils and promoting ‘true acceptance of others’.
- Staff provide high-quality support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they ‘achieve well’.
- Parents describe the school as ‘wonderful’, noting that staff ‘go above and beyond’ to support families.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, teachers do not always choose the ‘most appropriate activities’ to help pupils learn intended knowledge.
- Consequently, some pupils ‘do not develop the depth of understanding that they could’, as they sometimes focus on activities rather than the learning itself.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with a ‘strong’ culture, well-trained staff, and timely referrals to external agencies ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 96% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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