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Swarland Primary School
Leamington Lane, Newton-on-the-Moor, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9JP, Northumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
83.3 / 100
Top 17%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
83
Capacity
120
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
69%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive KS2 results, this primary school boasts an 83% rate of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 9% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 89% recommending the school, reflecting strong community support. However, with a small student population of just 83, families may want to consider the benefits and limitations of a more intimate learning environment.
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Last inspected: 8 October 2024Quality 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%. | 83% | Top 9% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 17% | Top 14% UK |
Parent View (56 responses)
★★★★★4.2
Good range of extra-curricular
96%
School keeps me informed
96%
My child makes good progress
96%
Progress is communicated
96%
Good range of subjects
95%
My child is happy
93%
My child feels safe
89%
I'd recommend this school
89%
School supports development
89%
School has high expectations
89%
Behaviour is good
82%
School responds to concerns
70%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British98.8%
White Other1.2%
Location
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55.32939, -1.74299 · NE65 9JP
School details
Local authorityNorthumberland
RegionNorth East
URN122240
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Swarland Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Swarland Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 October 2024.
Is Swarland Primary School a good school?
Swarland Primary School scores 83.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 17% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Swarland Primary School?
Based on 56 Ofsted Parent View responses, Swarland Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 84% across all parent survey questions.
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