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Drake Primary School
Fairfields, Croxton Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1JW, Norfolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
11.8 / 100
Bottom 12%
Better than 12% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
411
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates a solid foundation for student learning. While 40% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, the school is positioned in the top 93% nationally for expected outcomes, though there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as none of the pupils reached that level. Parent satisfaction is generally positive, but the LocaleIQ score suggests that there may be challenges compared to other schools in the area.
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Last inspected: 16 November 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%. | 40% | Bottom 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British75.9%
White Other16.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.7%
Mixed Other1.5%
Other1.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Asian Other0.7%
Asian Indian0.2%
Asian Pakistani0.2%
Location
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52.42157, 0.75634 · IP24 1JW
School details
Local authorityNorfolk
RegionEast of England
URN120995
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.drake.norfolk.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Drake Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Drake Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 16 November 2021.
Is Drake Primary School a good school?
Drake Primary School scores 11.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 12% 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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