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Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School
Gaping Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2JQ, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.1 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
419
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score in the top 4% of schools, this primary school demonstrates impressive academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2 where 75% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths. Additionally, 25% achieve a higher standard, placing the school in the top 24% nationally. This combination of strong academic outcomes and high parent satisfaction makes it a compelling choice for families.
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Last inspected: 3 October 2023Quality 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%. | 75% | Top 24% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 25% | Top 4% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British69.5%
White Other8.8%
Asian Indian5.5%
Mixed Other3.6%
Mixed W+Asian3.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.4%
White Irish1.4%
Other1.2%
Asian Chinese1.2%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Asian Other0.7%
Black African0.7%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Location
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51.95071, -0.28651 · SG5 2JQ
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117337
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.samlucas.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School rated by Ofsted?
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 October 2023.
Is Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School a good school?
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School scores 96.1/100 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.
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