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Wessington Primary School
The Green, Wessington, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6DQ, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
71.4 / 100
Top 29%
Better than 71% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
93
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 78% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 17% nationally. The school also has a LocaleIQ score of 71.4, indicating it outperforms 71% of schools in the area, which suggests a positive learning environment. However, only 11% of students achieve the higher standard in KS2, indicating room for improvement in challenging advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 17 January 2013Older 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%. | 78% | Top 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British97.8%
Asian Other1.1%
Location
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53.11551, -1.44747 · DE55 6DQ
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN112646
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Wessington Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Wessington Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 January 2013.
Is Wessington Primary School a good school?
Wessington Primary School scores 71.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 29% 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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