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Buxton Junior School
Buxton Junior School, Mosley Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9DR, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
37.2 / 100
Bottom 37%
Better than 37% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
232
Capacity
240
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly as 60% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 63% nationally. However, only 3% of students achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 7-11, but parents may want to consider its performance in higher-level achievements.
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Last inspected: 8 November 2017Older 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%. | 60% | Bottom 37% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.5%
White Other4.7%
Mixed Other3.9%
Mixed W+Asian2.2%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Black Other0.4%
Location
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53.25079, -1.91314 · SK17 9DR
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN112521
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.buxtonjuniorschool.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Buxton Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Buxton Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 November 2017.
Is Buxton Junior School a good school?
Buxton Junior School scores 37.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 37% 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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