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Swimbridge Church of England Primary School
Barnstaple Hill, Swimbridge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0PJ, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
64.9 / 100
Top 35%
Better than 65% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
83
Capacity
105
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
79%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 69% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 39% nationally. While the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is relatively low at 15%, overall parent satisfaction is likely bolstered by the school's strong community ties and a supportive learning environment. Limited published data may restrict further insights, but the school's LocaleIQ score indicates it is performing better than 65% of schools in the area.
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Last inspected: 17 April 2024Quality 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%. | 69% | Top 39% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 15% | Top 18% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.4%
White Other2.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
White Irish1.2%
Location
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51.05382, -3.97361 · EX32 0PJ
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN113455
School typeVoluntary aided school
Websitewww.swimbridge-primary.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Swimbridge Church of England Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Swimbridge Church of England Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 April 2024.
Is Swimbridge Church of England Primary School a good school?
Swimbridge Church of England Primary School scores 64.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 35% 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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