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North Walkden Primary School
Worsley Road North, Walkden, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3QD, Salford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
4.1 / 100
Bottom 4%
Better than 4% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
231
Capacity
236
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a small pupil population of 231, this primary school is currently rated as Requires Improvement by Ofsted, which may raise concerns for some parents. However, it shows commendable performance in KS2, with 34% of students meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 4% of schools nationally. While the overall LocaleIQ score suggests challenges compared to other institutions, the school's potential for growth may appeal to families seeking a nurturing environment.
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Last inspected: 20 March 2024Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
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%. | 34% | Bottom 4% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 7% | Bottom 47% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British66.7%
Black African7.8%
Other7.4%
Mixed Other3.9%
Black Other3.0%
Asian Pakistani3.0%
White Irish1.7%
White Other1.7%
Asian Indian1.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Other0.9%
Asian Chinese0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Location
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53.53391, -2.40158 · M28 3QD
School details
Local authoritySalford
RegionNorth West
URN105922
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is North Walkden Primary School rated by Ofsted?
North Walkden Primary School was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 20 March 2024.
Is North Walkden Primary School a good school?
North Walkden Primary School scores 4.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 4% 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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