West Heslerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Malton, YO17 8RD · North Yorkshire · primary school
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201st 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 3,352 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| 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.
West Heslerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Gymnastics Club, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 81 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available during the transition from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2?
What Ofsted said about West Heslerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
West Heslerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming place to learn" where pupils are "exceptionally kind and caring." The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" and a supportive environment where pupils "thrive and learn with enthusiasm," resulting in strong academic achievement and positive relationships.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, being "unfailingly polite" and managing their own conduct well.
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with a "structured approach to teaching phonics" that helps pupils learn sounds quickly and read confidently.
- Staff are "highly skilled" and "knowledgeable," planning learning that builds over time, particularly in subjects like mathematics where pupils show "deep knowledge."
- The school is "highly inclusive," with clear support plans ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are helped to "learn successfully."
- Personal development is "deeply rooted in the culture of the school," with pupils modelling "tolerance and respect" and understanding values such as democracy and individual liberty.
Areas to improve
- The school needs to develop strategies to help pupils remember important knowledge across all subjects, as retention is currently less secure in areas such as computing compared to others.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 0% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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