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Scotter Primary School
High Street, Scotter, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 3RY, Lincolnshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
7.0 / 100
Bottom 7%
Better than 7% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
249
Capacity
270
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With a KS2 expected combined score in reading, writing, and maths at 61%, the school performs in the top 60% nationally, indicating a solid foundation in core subjects. However, it received a "Requires Improvement" rating from Ofsted in September 2023, suggesting there are areas needing development. Additionally, the school’s LocaleIQ score reflects it is better than only 7% of schools, which may be a consideration for parents looking for a more competitive environment.
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Last inspected: 19 September 2023Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
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%. | 61% | Bottom 40% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 2% | Bottom 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British89.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Asian Indian1.2%
Mixed Other0.8%
Other0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Black African0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Location
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53.49454, -0.66440 · DN21 3RY
School details
Local authorityLincolnshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN120473
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.scotter.lincs.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Scotter Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Scotter Primary School was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 September 2023.
Is Scotter Primary School a good school?
Scotter Primary School scores 7.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 7% 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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