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Southcott Lower School
Bideford Green, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2UA, Central Bedfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
25.3 / 100
Bottom 25%
Better than 25% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
296
Capacity
300
Ages
2–9
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance in providing a positive learning environment for children aged 2-9. Although specific academic progress data is limited, the school is rated better than 25% of its peers according to the LocaleIQ score, suggesting a decent standing within the local education landscape. Parents can expect a nurturing atmosphere, although it's advisable to inquire further about academic outcomes.
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Last inspected: 12 June 2013Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.1%
White Other6.8%
Mixed W+Asian3.0%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Black African1.0%
Asian Other0.7%
Mixed Other0.7%
Asian Indian0.7%
White Irish0.3%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
Location
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51.92050, -0.68365 · LU7 2UA
School details
Local authorityCentral Bedfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN109523
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.southcottlowerschool.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Southcott Lower School rated by Ofsted?
Southcott Lower School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 June 2013.
Is Southcott Lower School a good school?
Southcott Lower School scores 25.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 25% 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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