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Gilbrook School
Glebe Hey Road, Woodchurch, Merseyside, CH49 8HE, Wirral
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
58.8 / 100
Top 41%
Better than 59% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
63
Capacity
60
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
105%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this school offers a supportive environment for its 63 pupils aged 4-11. However, it currently shows limited progress in KS2 outcomes, with no students meeting expected or higher standards in reading, writing, and mathematics. Despite this, it performs better than 59% of schools in the area, indicating a solid foundation for development and improvement.
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Last inspected: 25 March 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.2%
Mixed W+B African1.6%
Mixed Other1.6%
White Irish1.6%
Location
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53.37777, -3.09217 · CH49 8HE
School details
Local authorityWirral
RegionNorth West
URN105134
School typeCommunity special school
Websitewww.gilbrookschool.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Gilbrook School rated by Ofsted?
Gilbrook School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 25 March 2025.
Is Gilbrook School a good school?
Gilbrook School scores 58.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 41% 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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