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Yorke Mead Primary School
Dulwich Way, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 3PX, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.0 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
434
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
103%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score in the top 4% of schools, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 73% of students achieving expected levels in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 28% nationally. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with 98% recommending the school, indicating a strong community and supportive environment. However, only 10% of pupils reach the higher standard in KS2, suggesting room for improvement in stretching the most able students.
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Last inspected: 12 November 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 73% | Top 28% 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 |
Parent View (203 responses)
★★★★★4.4
School keeps me informed
100%
My child feels safe
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
My child is happy
98%
I'd recommend this school
98%
My child makes good progress
98%
Behaviour is good
98%
Progress is communicated
98%
Good range of extra-curricular
97%
School supports development
95%
School has high expectations
95%
School responds to concerns
67%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British62.9%
Asian Indian8.8%
Mixed Other4.6%
White Other4.6%
Asian Pakistani3.7%
Mixed W+Asian3.2%
Black African2.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.5%
Asian Other2.1%
Other1.2%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
White Irish0.5%
Black Caribbean0.5%
traveller_irish0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Black Other0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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51.65063, -0.45064 · WD3 3PX
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117130
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.yorkemead.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Yorke Mead Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Yorke Mead Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 November 2024.
Is Yorke Mead Primary School a good school?
Yorke Mead Primary School scores 96.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Yorke Mead Primary School?
Based on 203 Ofsted Parent View responses, Yorke Mead Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 89% across all parent survey questions.
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