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Gorseland Primary School
Deben Avenue, Martlesham Heath, Gorseland, IPSWICH, Suffolk, IP5 3QR, Suffolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
8.3 / 100
Bottom 8%
Better than 8% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
483
Capacity
502
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a KS2 expected attainment rate in reading, writing, and maths at 63%, this primary school performs above the national average, placing it in the top 56% of schools in the UK. However, it is important to note that the recent Ofsted inspection rated the school as 'Requires Improvement,' indicating areas that need development. Parent satisfaction and community involvement could be key factors to consider alongside the academic statistics.
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Last inspected: 17 May 2023Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
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%. | 63% | Bottom 44% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British78.5%
White Other6.0%
Asian Indian5.0%
Mixed Other2.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Other1.7%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Black African1.2%
Mixed W+Asian0.8%
Asian Pakistani0.6%
Asian Other0.4%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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52.06319, 1.26269 · IP5 3QR
School details
Local authoritySuffolk
RegionEast of England
URN124625
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.gorseland.net
Frequently asked questions
What is Gorseland Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Gorseland Primary School was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 May 2023.
Is Gorseland Primary School a good school?
Gorseland Primary School scores 8.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 8% 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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