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Wiveliscombe Primary School
North Street, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 2LA, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
41.0 / 100
Bottom 41%
Better than 41% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
211
Capacity
260
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 60% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 63% nationally. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 6%, the overall results indicate a supportive learning environment. Parent satisfaction appears strong, making it a worthwhile consideration for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 7 March 2023Quality 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%. | 60% | Bottom 37% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.7%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
White Other1.9%
Black African1.4%
Asian Indian0.9%
Other0.9%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed Other0.5%
Location
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51.04465, -3.31509 · TA4 2LA
School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN123713
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.wiveliscombeprimary.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Wiveliscombe Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Wiveliscombe Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 March 2023.
Is Wiveliscombe Primary School a good school?
Wiveliscombe Primary School scores 41.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 41% 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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