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North Petherton Primary School
School Fields, North Petherton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6LU, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
53.7 / 100
Top 46%
Better than 54% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
408
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With a "Good" rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 69% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, this primary school stands out in the top 39% nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely bolstered by its solid academic results, although only 5% of students achieve the higher standard. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 4-11 in Somerset.
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Last inspected: 29 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%. | 69% | Top 39% 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 British90.4%
White Other5.6%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Black African0.7%
Asian Pakistani0.7%
Mixed Other0.5%
Other0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
Black Other0.2%
Asian Indian0.2%
Location
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51.09106, -3.01269 · TA6 6LU
School details
Local authoritySomerset
RegionSouth West
URN135830
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is North Petherton Primary School rated by Ofsted?
North Petherton Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 September 2021.
Is North Petherton Primary School a good school?
North Petherton Primary School scores 53.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 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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