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Dobcroft Junior School
Pingle Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 2LN, Sheffield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
80.1 / 100
Top 20%
Better than 80% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
379
Capacity
328
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
116%
Summary
With a Good Ofsted rating and strong performance in key stage 2, this school boasts an impressive 80% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 13% nationally. The school also shows a commendable 22% achieving higher standards, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence. Parent satisfaction appears high, supported by a LocaleIQ score of 80.1, indicating a favorable environment compared to other schools.
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Last inspected: 3 November 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & 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%. | 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%. | 22% | Top 7% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British71.8%
Asian Pakistani8.7%
Mixed W+Asian4.5%
Asian Indian2.9%
Mixed Other2.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
Asian Other1.6%
Asian Chinese1.6%
White Other1.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.8%
Other0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Black Other0.3%
Black African0.3%
Location
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53.34679, -1.50943 · S7 2LN
School details
Local authoritySheffield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN107035
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Dobcroft Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Dobcroft Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 November 2021.
Is Dobcroft Junior School a good school?
Dobcroft Junior School scores 80.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 20% 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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