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Ryarsh Primary School
Birling Road, Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent, ME19 5LS, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
91.0 / 100
Top 9%
Better than 91% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
209
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 73% of pupils meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 28% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 91.0 indicates it outperforms 91% of schools, reflecting a positive environment for learning. While the percentage of students achieving higher standards is commendable at 33%, parents may want to explore further details about specific subject strengths and areas for improvement.
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Last inspected: 12 March 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 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%. | 33% | Top 1% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.1%
Mixed W+Asian3.3%
Mixed Other1.9%
White Other1.9%
Gypsy/Roma1.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Location
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51.31404, 0.39747 · ME19 5LS
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118310
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.ryarsh.kent.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ryarsh Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Ryarsh Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 March 2024.
Is Ryarsh Primary School a good school?
Ryarsh Primary School scores 91.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 9% 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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