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Houghton Primary School
Chapel Lane, Houghton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 2AY, Cambridgeshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.4 / 100
Top 45%
Better than 55% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
181
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
86%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 72% of students meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school demonstrates solid academic achievement, placing it in the top 31% nationally. While the percentage of pupils reaching a higher standard is relatively low at 3%, the overall environment appears supportive, with a LocaleIQ score indicating it performs better than 55% of schools. Parents can feel confident in the school's commitment to fostering a positive learning experience for their children.
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Last inspected: 27 February 2014Older 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%. | 72% | Top 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.3%
White Other6.6%
Mixed Other3.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.6%
Asian Other0.6%
Location
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52.33266, -0.12209 · PE28 2AY
School details
Local authorityCambridgeshire
RegionEast of England
URN110680
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.houghton.cambs.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Houghton Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Houghton Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 February 2014.
Is Houghton Primary School a good school?
Houghton Primary School scores 55.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 45% 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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