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Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School
Primrose Hill, Blackwell, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5JG, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
54.5 / 100
Top 46%
Better than 55% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
118
Capacity
168
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
70%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary and nursery school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving 67% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 45% nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely bolstered by the school's above-average results, though the percentage of students reaching higher standards remains modest at 8%. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, making it a strong choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 6 July 2016Older 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%. | 67% | Top 45% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.3%
Mixed Other4.2%
Mixed W+Asian2.5%
White Other2.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
Asian Other0.8%
Other0.8%
Location
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53.12080, -1.35168 · DE55 5JG
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN112506
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.blackwellprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School rated by Ofsted?
Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 July 2016.
Is Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School a good school?
Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School scores 54.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 46% 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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