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The Rissington School
Mitchell Way, Upper Rissington, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 2PL, Gloucestershire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
71.7 / 100
Top 28%
Better than 72% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
255
Capacity
315
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of November 2023, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 79% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 15% nationally. The school is well-regarded, with a LocaleIQ score of 71.7, indicating it outperforms 72% of schools in the area. However, only 10% of students achieve the higher standard, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 29 November 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%. | 79% | Top 15% 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 British87.8%
White Other5.1%
Mixed Other1.2%
Mixed W+Asian0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Asian Indian0.8%
Other0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Location
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51.85354, -1.71086 · GL54 2PL
School details
Local authorityGloucestershire
RegionSouth West
URN115525
School typeCommunity school
Websitetherissingtonschool.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Rissington School rated by Ofsted?
The Rissington School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 November 2023.
Is The Rissington School a good school?
The Rissington School scores 71.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 28% 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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