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Bethersden Primary School
School Road, Bethersden, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3AH, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
32.9 / 100
Bottom 33%
Better than 33% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
115
Capacity
140
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
82%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly excelling in Key Stage 2 where it ranks in the top 87% nationally for expected levels in reading, writing, and mathematics. Although the percentage of students achieving higher standards is lower at 15%, overall parent satisfaction appears strong, making it a viable option for families in the area. However, the LocaleIQ score suggests there may be room for improvement compared to other institutions.
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Last inspected: 7 June 2023Quality 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%. | 46% | Bottom 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 British77.4%
Gypsy/Roma13.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.6%
White Other2.6%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Asian Other0.9%
Mixed Other0.9%
Location
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51.12788, 0.75049 · TN26 3AH
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118372
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.bethersden.kent.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Bethersden Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Bethersden Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 June 2023.
Is Bethersden Primary School a good school?
Bethersden Primary School scores 32.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 33% 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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