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Gorran School
Gorran, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6LH, Cornwall
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
83.7 / 100
Top 16%
Better than 84% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
95
Capacity
105
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
90%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, achieving 82% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 10% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 83.7 indicates it outperforms 84% of schools, reflecting a supportive environment for learning. However, while the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is commendable at 29%, parents may want to consider how this aligns with their expectations for academic challenge.
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Last inspected: 27 February 2024Quality 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%. | 82% | Top 10% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 29% | Top 2% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.4%
White Other3.2%
Mixed Other2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.1%
Other1.1%
Location
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50.24309, -4.80778 · PL26 6LH
School details
Local authorityCornwall
RegionSouth West
URN111882
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.gorranschool.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Gorran School rated by Ofsted?
Gorran School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 February 2024.
Is Gorran School a good school?
Gorran School scores 83.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 16% 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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