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Solway Community School
Liddell Street, Silloth, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4DD, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
31.2 / 100
Bottom 31%
Better than 31% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
146
Capacity
295
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
49%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong parent satisfaction at 96%, this secondary school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-16. While 50% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, the GCSE Attainment 8 score of 35.0 suggests there is room for improvement in academic performance. The school excels in comparison to others nationally, ranking in the top 94% for GCSE Attainment 8, making it a solid choice for families seeking a nurturing educational setting.
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Last inspected: 3 December 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 35.0 | Bottom 6% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 50% | Bottom 13% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 8% | Bottom 0% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 38% | Bottom 27% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 13% | Bottom 27% UK |
Parent View (28 responses)
★★★★★4.5
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
100%
Progress is communicated
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
96%
School keeps me informed
96%
My child makes good progress
96%
Good range of subjects
96%
Behaviour is good
96%
I'd recommend this school
96%
School supports development
96%
School has high expectations
93%
School responds to concerns
71%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British94.5%
Mixed W+Asian2.1%
Mixed Other1.4%
White Other1.4%
traveller_irish0.7%
Location
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54.87217, -3.38432 · CA7 4DD
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112377
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.solwayschool.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Solway Community School rated by Ofsted?
Solway Community School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 December 2024.
Is Solway Community School a good school?
Solway Community School scores 31.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 31% 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 Solway Community School?
Based on 28 Ofsted Parent View responses, Solway Community School receives a satisfaction score of 90% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Solway Community School in GCSEs?
Solway Community School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 35.0. 50% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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