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Thornton in Craven Community Primary School
Cam Lane, Thornton-in-Craven, North Yorkshire, BD23 3SX, North Yorkshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
68.5 / 100
Top 32%
Better than 69% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
94
Capacity
77
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
122%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly with 85% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics at Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 7% nationally. While there are no students reaching the higher standard, the overall results indicate a supportive learning environment. The school’s LocaleIQ score suggests it is performing better than 69% of schools, making it a solid choice for parents in the area.
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Last inspected: 27 November 2013Older 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%. | 85% | Top 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 British94.7%
Mixed Other3.2%
Location
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53.93402, -2.14199 · BD23 3SX
School details
Local authorityNorth Yorkshire
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN121421
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Thornton in Craven Community Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Thornton in Craven Community Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 November 2013.
Is Thornton in Craven Community Primary School a good school?
Thornton in Craven Community Primary School scores 68.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 32% 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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