Woodthorpe Primary School
York, YO24 2RU · York · primary school
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5th 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 — 7.6/10 against 3,685 of them, against 7.1/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodthorpe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 16.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in August 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join art and craft clubs, play football, netball, athletics, triathlons, cricket, dance, swimming, and Forest School, and can attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 450 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 manage class sizes when the roll matches capacity exactly? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? How are the various sports and clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Woodthorpe Primary School
Overview
Woodthorpe Primary School is described as an “exceptional community of happy learners” where pupils “flourish” in an “inclusive and nurturing” environment. The report highlights a “bespoke, balanced and ambitious curriculum” that is “logically sequenced” to build deep knowledge, resulting in “exemplary” behaviour and high aspirations for all pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “highly positive attitudes to their learning” and “exemplary” behaviour, showing respect towards staff, peers, and visitors.
- The curriculum is “deliberately set out and implemented with fine attention to detail,” allowing pupils to “consistently apply and connect their learning across the curriculum.”
- Staff provide “excellent support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they “access and learn the same curriculum as their peers.”
- Early years provision is “exceptional,” with staff supporting children to become “confident and fluent readers” through a strong phonics programme.
- The school offers an “exceptional” personal development programme, including opportunities to “visit other countries” and engage with the community to improve anti-social behaviour.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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