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Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
Shay Lane, Crofton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1NN, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
62.1 / 100
Top 38%
Better than 62% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
229
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
109%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 62% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 58% nationally. While the percentage of pupils achieving the higher standard is relatively low at 3%, the school has a LocaleIQ score of 62.1, indicating it performs better than 62% of schools in the area. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3 to 11, making it a viable option for parents.
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Last inspected: 21 February 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 62% | Bottom 42% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British78.2%
Black African5.2%
White Other4.4%
Gypsy/Roma3.9%
Mixed Other2.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.7%
traveller_irish1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Other0.4%
Asian Indian0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Location
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53.65919, -1.43466 · WF4 1NN
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN130375
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School rated by Ofsted?
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 February 2024.
Is Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School a good school?
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School scores 62.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 38% 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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