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Oxford Grove Primary School
Shepherd Cross Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 3EJ, Bolton
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
97.8 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
451
Capacity
446
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score that surpasses 98% of schools, this primary school demonstrates exceptional performance. The school's KS2 results are impressive, with 80% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing them in the top 13% nationally. Parents can feel confident in the strong academic foundation provided here, making it a compelling choice for their children’s education.
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Last inspected: 2 February 2023Quality 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%. | 80% | Top 13% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 31% | Top 2% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Asian Pakistani41.2%
White British19.1%
Asian Indian12.4%
Black African6.0%
Other4.4%
White Other3.5%
Mixed Other3.3%
Mixed W+Asian2.9%
Mixed W+B African2.2%
Gypsy/Roma2.0%
Asian Other1.6%
Black Caribbean0.7%
Black Other0.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.2%
Location
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53.58941, -2.44870 · BL1 3EJ
School details
Local authorityBolton
RegionNorth West
URN105160
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Oxford Grove Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Oxford Grove Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 2 February 2023.
Is Oxford Grove Primary School a good school?
Oxford Grove Primary School scores 97.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% 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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