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Alderbrook Primary School
Oldridge Road, Balham, London, SW12 8PP, Wandsworth
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.3 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
231
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
55%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence, achieving 74% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Parent satisfaction appears high, supported by a LocaleIQ score of 76.3, indicating it outperforms 76% of schools in the area. While the percentage of pupils reaching higher standards is lower at 22%, the overall results suggest a solid foundation for your child's education.
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Last inspected: 31 January 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 22% | Top 7% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British26.0%
White Other13.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.10.0%
Mixed Other9.1%
Black African8.7%
Asian Pakistani8.7%
Black Caribbean4.3%
Mixed W+Asian3.0%
Other2.6%
Black Other2.2%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Asian Other1.7%
Asian Bangladeshi1.3%
White Irish0.9%
Asian Indian0.4%
Location
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51.44860, -0.14986 · SW12 8PP
School details
Local authorityWandsworth
RegionLondon
URN100995
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Alderbrook Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Alderbrook Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 31 January 2024.
Is Alderbrook Primary School a good school?
Alderbrook Primary School scores 76.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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