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Bincombe Valley Primary School
Culliford Way, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AW, Dorset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
35.2 / 100
Bottom 35%
Better than 35% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
293
Capacity
348
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
84%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school demonstrates above-average results in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 77% nationally for expected standards. However, only 9% of students achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging all pupils to reach their full potential. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 2-11, with a decent level of parent satisfaction reflected in its LocaleIQ score.
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Last inspected: 10 May 2016Older 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%. | 53% | Bottom 23% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.8%
Asian Other2.7%
White Other2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.7%
Mixed Other0.3%
White Irish0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Black African0.3%
Location
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50.64489, -2.44785 · DT3 6AW
School details
Local authorityDorset
RegionSouth West
URN113716
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.bincombe.dorset.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Bincombe Valley Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Bincombe Valley Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 May 2016.
Is Bincombe Valley Primary School a good school?
Bincombe Valley Primary School scores 35.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 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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