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Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
Corseley Road, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9SF, East Sussex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
66.8 / 100
Top 33%
Better than 67% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
132
Capacity
218
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
61%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in key stage 2, where 74% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 25% nationally. While 11% achieve at a higher standard, which is relatively modest, the overall satisfaction and support from parents contribute positively to the school community. The LocaleIQ score indicates that it performs better than 67% of schools, reflecting a strong standing within the local educational landscape.
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Last inspected: 25 April 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%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British89.4%
White Other3.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Asian Chinese1.5%
Black African1.5%
Asian Other0.8%
White Irish0.8%
Location
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51.10982, 0.18439 · TN3 9SF
School details
Local authorityEast Sussex
RegionSouth East
URN114559
School typeVoluntary aided school
Frequently asked questions
What is Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 25 April 2023.
Is Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School a good school?
Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School scores 66.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 33% 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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