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St Matthew's CofE School
Westnewton, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 3NT, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
23.2 / 100
Bottom 23%
Better than 23% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
45
Capacity
56
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
80%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 57% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 70% nationally. However, there is room for improvement, as no students achieved the higher standard in these subjects. The school's LocaleIQ score indicates it performs better than 23% of schools, suggesting it may be a suitable choice for parents seeking a supportive educational environment.
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Last inspected: 28 November 2023Quality 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%. | 57% | Bottom 31% 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 British97.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Location
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54.78470, -3.34634 · CA7 3NT
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112308
School typeVoluntary aided school
Frequently asked questions
What is St Matthew's CofE School rated by Ofsted?
St Matthew's CofE School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 November 2023.
Is St Matthew's CofE School a good school?
St Matthew's CofE School scores 23.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 23% 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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