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St Paul's Walden Primary School
Bendish Lane, Whitwell, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 8HX, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
49.6 / 100
Bottom 50%
Better than 50% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
66
Capacity
105
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
63%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of March 2024, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving 71% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, placing it in the top 33% nationally. However, there is room for improvement, as no pupils reached the higher standard in these subjects. The school serves a small community of 66 students, fostering a close-knit environment, though the LocaleIQ score indicates it is slightly below average compared to other schools.
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Last inspected: 19 March 2024Quality 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%. | 71% | Top 33% 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 British86.4%
Mixed W+Asian4.5%
Black African3.0%
Asian Other1.5%
Mixed Other1.5%
White Other1.5%
Asian Indian1.5%
Location
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51.87683, -0.28688 · SG4 8HX
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117144
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is St Paul's Walden Primary School rated by Ofsted?
St Paul's Walden Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 March 2024.
Is St Paul's Walden Primary School a good school?
St Paul's Walden Primary School scores 49.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 50% 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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