The short version
Average SATs results. 82% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 61% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
61%
-1.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
-1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
9% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 15 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 173
- Capacity
- 82%
- FSM
- 27.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Head
- Mrs Claire Rowett (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Good
May 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
May 2015 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
October 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
July 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
June 2011 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
October 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Harrogate Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1SU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Moorside Primary School & Nursery's Ofsted rating?
Moorside Primary School & Nursery was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Moorside Primary School & Nursery?
Moorside Primary School & Nursery currently has 173 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Moorside Primary School & Nursery take?
Moorside Primary School & Nursery caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Moorside Primary School & Nursery?
Moorside Primary School & Nursery is in Ripon, HG4 1SU, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Moorside Primary School & Nursery have a sixth form?
No, Moorside Primary School & Nursery does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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