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Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Arthington Lane, Pool-in-Wharfedale, Otley, West Yorkshire, LS21 1LG, Leeds
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.7 / 100
Top 44%
Better than 56% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
186
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
89%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, where 67% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, this primary school demonstrates a solid commitment to academic achievement. While the percentage of students reaching the higher standard is lower at 8%, parent satisfaction is relatively high, with 78% recommending the school. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 4-11, although limited data on value-added measures may warrant further exploration for prospective families.
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Last inspected: 22 January 2019Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 67% | Top 45% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Parent View (77 responses)
★★★★★3.8
My child is happy
96%
My child feels safe
94%
Good range of extra-curricular
92%
School keeps me informed
92%
My child makes good progress
87%
Progress is communicated
84%
Behaviour is good
82%
Good range of subjects
79%
I'd recommend this school
78%
School supports development
73%
School has high expectations
66%
School responds to concerns
53%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.7%
White Other4.3%
Mixed Other2.7%
Asian Chinese1.6%
Other1.1%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Location
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53.90142, -1.62300 · LS21 1LG
School details
Local authorityLeeds
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN108000
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Frequently asked questions
What is Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 January 2019.
Is Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a good school?
Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School scores 55.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 44% 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 Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?
Based on 77 Ofsted Parent View responses, Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 76% across all parent survey questions.
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