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Appledore School
Richmond Road, Appledore, Bideford, Devon, EX39 1PF, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
74.8 / 100
Top 25%
Better than 75% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
236
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
112%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 79% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 15% of schools nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely high, reflected in the school's LocaleIQ score of 74.8, which indicates it outperforms 75% of schools in the area. However, the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 14%, suggesting there may be opportunities for further enrichment in the curriculum.
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Last inspected: 11 July 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%. | 79% | Top 15% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 14% | Top 20% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
White Other0.8%
Location
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51.05105, -4.19725 · EX39 1PF
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN113125
School typeFoundation school
Frequently asked questions
What is Appledore School rated by Ofsted?
Appledore School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 July 2023.
Is Appledore School a good school?
Appledore School scores 74.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 25% 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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