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Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Little Laver Road, Matching Green, Matching Green Ce Primary School, Harlow, Essex, CM17 0QB, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
40.5 / 100
Bottom 41%
Better than 41% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
90
Capacity
98
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in Key Stage 2 where 58% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 67% nationally. Although the percentage of pupils achieving the higher standard is lower at 8%, the overall environment is supportive, making it a viable option for parents seeking a nurturing educational setting. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates it is performing better than only 41% of schools, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.
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Last inspected: 3 July 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%. | 58% | Bottom 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British83.3%
White Other10.0%
Mixed Other2.2%
White Irish2.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Asian Indian1.1%
Location
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51.77488, 0.22771 · CM17 0QB
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN115126
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Frequently asked questions
What is Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 July 2023.
Is Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a good school?
Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School scores 40.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 41% 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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