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Thwaites School
Hallthwaites, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 5HP, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
13.5 / 100
Bottom 14%
Better than 14% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
37
Capacity
56
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
66%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school provides a supportive environment for its small cohort of 37 pupils. While it ranks in the top 98% nationally for expected outcomes in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2, the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is notably low at 0%. Parents may appreciate the strong community feel, but should consider the limited data on overall academic performance.
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Last inspected: 15 July 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 29% | Bottom 2% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British97.3%
Location
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54.25819, -3.26196 · LA18 5HP
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112166
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.thwaites.cumbria.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Thwaites School rated by Ofsted?
Thwaites School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 July 2025.
Is Thwaites School a good school?
Thwaites School scores 13.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 14% 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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