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Markland Hill Primary School
Markland Hill, Heaton, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 5EJ, Bolton
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.9 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
317
Capacity
316
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score that places it in the top 1% of schools, this primary school demonstrates exceptional performance, particularly with 77% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 94% recommending the school, indicating a strong community connection and support. While the data is limited regarding specific progress measures, the overall achievement reflects a commitment to educational excellence.
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Last inspected: 17 December 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 77% | Top 19% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 32% | Top 1% UK |
Parent View (154 responses)
★★★★★4.3
Behaviour is good
99%
My child feels safe
98%
My child is happy
98%
Good range of subjects
97%
Good range of extra-curricular
96%
My child makes good progress
96%
School keeps me informed
96%
Progress is communicated
95%
I'd recommend this school
94%
School supports development
93%
School has high expectations
90%
School responds to concerns
59%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British52.7%
Asian Indian18.3%
Asian Pakistani14.2%
Mixed W+Asian2.2%
White Other2.2%
Mixed Other1.9%
Black African1.9%
Asian Chinese1.6%
Asian Other1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Other0.9%
Asian Bangladeshi0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Black Other0.3%
Location
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53.58558, -2.47737 · BL1 5EJ
School details
Local authorityBolton
RegionNorth West
URN105159
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Markland Hill Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Markland Hill Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 December 2024.
Is Markland Hill Primary School a good school?
Markland Hill Primary School scores 98.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Markland Hill Primary School?
Based on 154 Ofsted Parent View responses, Markland Hill Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 86% across all parent survey questions.
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