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Sandford School
Sandford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4NE, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
49.1 / 100
Bottom 49%
Better than 49% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
78
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
37%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 62% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at the end of Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 58% nationally. While the percentage of pupils achieving a higher standard is lower at 10%, the school benefits from a supportive learning environment, as indicated by its LocaleIQ score of 49.1, which is better than 49% of schools. Parents can feel confident in the overall quality of education provided here.
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Last inspected: 10 October 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%. | 62% | Bottom 42% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.6%
White Other2.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Location
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50.81085, -3.66332 · EX17 4NE
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN113107
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Sandford School rated by Ofsted?
Sandford School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 October 2023.
Is Sandford School a good school?
Sandford School scores 49.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 49% 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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