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Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery
Wasdale Road, Gosforth, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1AZ, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
63.8 / 100
Top 36%
Better than 64% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
109
Capacity
140
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
78%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly with 81% of pupils achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 11% nationally. However, there are no students reaching higher standards, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic challenges. Overall, the school shows a solid commitment to foundational learning in a supportive environment.
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Last inspected: 13 March 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%. | 81% | Top 11% 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 British89.0%
White Other4.6%
Mixed W+B African2.8%
Mixed Other1.8%
Location
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54.41859, -3.43151 · CA20 1AZ
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112294
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Websitewww.gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery rated by Ofsted?
Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 March 2024.
Is Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery a good school?
Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery scores 63.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 36% 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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