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Newlands School
Waverley Road, Middleton, Manchester, M24 6JG, Rochdale
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
46.3 / 100
Bottom 46%
Better than 46% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
132
Capacity
120
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
110%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this school offers a supportive environment for children aged 4-11, though recent statistics indicate that there may be challenges in achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, with 0% of students meeting these benchmarks. The school's LocaleIQ score suggests it performs better than 46% of schools in the area, which may appeal to parents looking for a solid option in Rochdale. However, prospective families should consider the limited data on academic progress when evaluating their choice.
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Last inspected: 19 November 2014Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British63.6%
Asian Other7.6%
Mixed Other7.6%
White Other4.5%
Asian Pakistani4.5%
Black African3.0%
Black Other2.3%
Other2.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Bangladeshi1.5%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Location
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53.56245, -2.19061 · M24 6JG
School details
Local authorityRochdale
RegionNorth West
URN135201
School typeCommunity special school
Frequently asked questions
What is Newlands School rated by Ofsted?
Newlands School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 November 2014.
Is Newlands School a good school?
Newlands School scores 46.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 46% 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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