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Ferndale Primary School
Ferndale Avenue, Great Barr, Birmingham, West Midlands, B43 5QF, Sandwell
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.4 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
584
Capacity
678
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
86%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score that surpasses 76% of schools, this primary institution demonstrates solid performance. It boasts a Key Stage 2 expected attainment rate of 66% in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 47% nationally, though only 14% of students achieve the higher standard. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, making it a commendable choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 29 June 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 66% | Top 47% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 14% | Top 20% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British25.5%
Asian Other21.1%
Black Other14.7%
Asian Indian6.5%
Asian Pakistani6.0%
Mixed Other5.5%
Black African3.6%
White Other3.3%
Black Caribbean3.3%
Other3.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.6%
Mixed W+Asian2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Asian Bangladeshi1.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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52.53931, -1.93516 · B43 5QF
School details
Local authoritySandwell
RegionWest Midlands
URN103982
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.ferndaleprimary.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ferndale Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Ferndale Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 June 2022.
Is Ferndale Primary School a good school?
Ferndale Primary School scores 76.4/100 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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