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Blackfell Primary School
Knoulberry, Blackfell, Knoulberry Washington, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE37 1HA, Sunderland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.3 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
147
Capacity
246
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
60%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2 assessments, this primary school boasts an impressive 80% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 13% nationally. The school’s LocaleIQ score indicates it outperforms 76% of other schools, reflecting a positive learning environment. However, only 15% of students achieve the higher standard, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 14 March 2012Older 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%. | 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%. | 15% | Top 18% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.5%
Mixed W+B African2.0%
White Other1.4%
Asian Indian1.4%
Asian Bangladeshi1.4%
Gypsy/Roma0.7%
Asian Chinese0.7%
Location
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54.90352, -1.54786 · NE37 1HA
School details
Local authoritySunderland
RegionNorth East
URN108833
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.blackfell.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Blackfell Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Blackfell Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 14 March 2012.
Is Blackfell Primary School a good school?
Blackfell Primary School scores 76.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% 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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