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Gorsemoor Primary School
Gorsemoor School, Gorsemoor Road, Heath Hayes, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS12 3TG, Staffordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
47.2 / 100
Bottom 47%
Better than 47% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
413
Capacity
600
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
69%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a solid performance in key stage 2, where 65% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school demonstrates a commitment to academic achievement. While the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is lower at 5%, it still places the school in the top 50% nationally for expected outcomes. Overall, parents can expect a supportive learning environment, although there may be room for improvement in challenging students to excel further.
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Last inspected: 28 September 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%. | 65% | Top 50% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 5% | Bottom 38% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
White Other1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Asian Other1.0%
Other0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Mixed Other0.2%
Asian Indian0.2%
traveller_irish0.2%
Location
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52.68995, -1.99089 · WS12 3TG
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN124183
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.gorsemoor.staffs.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Gorsemoor Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Gorsemoor Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 September 2021.
Is Gorsemoor Primary School a good school?
Gorsemoor Primary School scores 47.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 47% 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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