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Sandgate Primary School
Coolinge Lane, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3QU, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
69.7 / 100
Top 30%
Better than 70% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
419
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, the school demonstrates a commendable commitment to student achievement, with 75% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths—placing it in the top 24% nationally. The school’s LocaleIQ score of 69.7 indicates it performs better than 70% of schools, reflecting a positive environment for learning. However, there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as only 13% of students reached this level.
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Last inspected: 15 September 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality 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%. | 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%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British81.4%
Mixed Other7.4%
Mixed W+Asian2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
White Other1.4%
Asian Pakistani1.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Asian Other0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Asian Indian0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Location
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51.07984, 1.15164 · CT20 3QU
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118505
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Sandgate Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Sandgate Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 September 2021.
Is Sandgate Primary School a good school?
Sandgate Primary School scores 69.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 30% 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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