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Herne Church of England Junior School
School Lane, Herne, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7AL, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.3 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
370
Capacity
360
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
103%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in key stage 2 assessments, this school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement, with 81% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 11% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 96.3 indicates it outperforms 96% of schools, reflecting a high level of satisfaction among parents and the community. Overall, it presents a compelling option for families seeking a high-quality education for their children.
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Last inspected: 22 March 2016Exempt from re-inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 81% | Top 11% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 19% | Top 10% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.8%
Mixed Other1.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.1%
White Other1.1%
Asian Other0.5%
Asian Indian0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Gypsy/Roma0.3%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Location
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51.35076, 1.13566 · CT6 7AL
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118736
School typeVoluntary aided school
Websitewww.herne-junior.kent.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Herne Church of England Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Herne Church of England Junior School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 March 2016.
Is Herne Church of England Junior School a good school?
Herne Church of England Junior School scores 96.3/100 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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