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Newlaithes Junior School
Langrigg Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 6DX, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
42.3 / 100
Bottom 42%
Better than 42% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
237
Capacity
240
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong parent satisfaction, with 100% of respondents recommending it. Although the percentage of students meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths is 50%, which places it in the top 83% nationally, there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as no students reached this level. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 7-11, making it a solid choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 28 January 2020Older inspection ⓘQuality 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%. | 50% | Bottom 17% 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 |
Parent View (31 responses)
★★★★★4.5
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
School keeps me informed
100%
My child makes good progress
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
I'd recommend this school
100%
School has high expectations
100%
Progress is communicated
97%
Behaviour is good
94%
School supports development
94%
School responds to concerns
65%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.9%
White Other2.1%
Black African1.3%
Black Other0.4%
Mixed Other0.4%
Location
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54.88239, -2.96145 · CA2 6DX
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112224
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.newlaithes.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Newlaithes Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Newlaithes Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 January 2020.
Is Newlaithes Junior School a good school?
Newlaithes Junior School scores 42.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 42% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Newlaithes Junior School?
Based on 31 Ofsted Parent View responses, Newlaithes Junior School receives a satisfaction score of 91% across all parent survey questions.
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