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Penwortham Primary School
Crookings Lane, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0HU, Lancashire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
34.8 / 100
Bottom 35%
Better than 35% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
205
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving KS2 results where 57% of students reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 70% nationally. However, only 4% of pupils achieved the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 4-11, with a moderate LocaleIQ score reflecting its standing among local schools.
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Last inspected: 7 February 2012Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 57% | Bottom 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British80.0%
Asian Indian5.4%
White Other2.4%
Black African2.4%
Mixed Other2.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Other1.5%
Asian Pakistani1.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Asian Chinese1.0%
Gypsy/Roma0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Other0.5%
Location
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53.75013, -2.73897 · PR1 0HU
School details
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
URN119157
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.penworthamprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Penwortham Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Penwortham Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 February 2012.
Is Penwortham Primary School a good school?
Penwortham Primary School scores 34.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 35% 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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