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Laurel Avenue Community Primary School
Laurel Avenue, The Woodlands, Durham, DH1 2EY, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
56.0 / 100
Top 44%
Better than 56% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
109
Capacity
112
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 60% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at the end of Key Stage 2, which places it in the top 63% nationally. However, there is room for improvement, as no students achieved the higher standard in these subjects. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 2-11, with a community-focused approach.
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Last inspected: 27 February 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 60% | Bottom 37% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.7%
Other1.8%
Asian Bangladeshi1.8%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Asian Other0.9%
Asian Chinese0.9%
Location
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54.77597, -1.55037 · DH1 2EY
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN114140
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Laurel Avenue Community Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 February 2024.
Is Laurel Avenue Community Primary School a good school?
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School scores 56.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 44% 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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