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Kingsway Junior School
Briar Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0JH, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.3 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
236
Capacity
240
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong academic performance, this primary school boasts 80% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 13% nationally. The school’s LocaleIQ score of 76.3 indicates it outperforms 76% of schools in the area, reflecting a positive environment for learning. While the percentage of students achieving higher standards is lower at 15%, overall parent satisfaction and the supportive community contribute to a solid educational experience.
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Last inspected: 7 June 2022Quality 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%. | 80% | Top 13% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 15% | Top 18% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British54.2%
White Other8.1%
Asian Indian6.4%
Black African5.9%
Asian Pakistani3.8%
Mixed Other3.4%
Mixed W+Asian3.0%
Mixed W+B African2.1%
Black Caribbean2.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.7%
Gypsy/Roma1.7%
Asian Other1.7%
Black Other1.3%
Asian Chinese1.3%
Asian Bangladeshi1.3%
Other0.8%
Location
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51.68891, -0.40598 · WD25 0JH
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117168
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.kingswayjm.herts.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Kingsway Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Kingsway Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 June 2022.
Is Kingsway Junior School a good school?
Kingsway Junior School scores 76.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% 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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