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Cotherstone Primary School
Cotherstone, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9QB, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
16.1 / 100
Bottom 16%
Better than 16% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
60
Capacity
84
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
71%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a commitment to quality education. While 40% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this performance places the school in the top 7% nationally, showcasing its effectiveness in preparing students. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates that it is performing better than only 16% of schools, suggesting there may be areas for improvement.
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Last inspected: 28 February 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%. | 40% | Bottom 7% 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 British96.7%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Mixed Other1.7%
Location
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54.57111, -1.98168 · DL12 9QB
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN114020
School typeCommunity school
Websitecotherstoneschool.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Cotherstone Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Cotherstone Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 February 2024.
Is Cotherstone Primary School a good school?
Cotherstone Primary School scores 16.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 16% 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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