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Holm Cultram Abbey CofE Primary School
Abbeytown, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4RU, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
5.3 / 100
Bottom 5%
Better than 5% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
49
Capacity
70
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
70%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates a commitment to quality education, although it faces challenges with academic performance, as only 10% of pupils are meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2. The school serves a small community of 49 pupils, which may foster a close-knit environment, but the overall academic outcomes suggest there is room for improvement, particularly in achieving higher standards. Parents considering this option may appreciate the school's supportive atmosphere, but should weigh the academic results carefully.
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Last inspected: 17 April 2013Older 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%. | 10% | Bottom 0% 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 British93.9%
Location
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54.84506, -3.29196 · CA7 4RU
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112249
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Frequently asked questions
What is Holm Cultram Abbey CofE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Holm Cultram Abbey CofE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 April 2013.
Is Holm Cultram Abbey CofE Primary School a good school?
Holm Cultram Abbey CofE Primary School scores 5.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 5% 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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