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Park Primary School
Rutland Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0QJ, 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
327
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
78%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 57% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school demonstrates solid academic achievement, placing it in the top 70% nationally. However, only 4% of students reach a higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 4-11, making it a commendable choice for parents in the area.
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Last inspected: 28 June 2022Quality 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%. | 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 British87.2%
White Other5.2%
Mixed Other2.1%
Asian Pakistani2.1%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
traveller_irish0.9%
Asian Other0.6%
Black African0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Location
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53.85851, -2.15898 · BB8 0QJ
School details
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
URN119172
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.colnepark.lancs.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Park Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Park Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 June 2022.
Is Park Primary School a good school?
Park 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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