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Queen Emma Primary School
Gunhild Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8QY, Cambridgeshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
65.4 / 100
Top 35%
Better than 65% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
405
Capacity
390
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
104%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 71% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 33% nationally. The school has a positive LocaleIQ score of 65.4, indicating it outperforms 65% of other schools in the area. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 13%, the overall environment suggests a solid foundation for primary education.
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Last inspected: 29 June 2023Quality 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%. | 71% | Top 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British32.3%
White Other22.2%
Asian Indian11.6%
Asian Other5.2%
Mixed Other4.2%
Asian Chinese3.7%
Black African3.7%
Mixed W+Asian3.5%
Other3.0%
Asian Pakistani2.2%
Asian Bangladeshi2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Black Other1.2%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
White Irish0.5%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Location
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52.18340, 0.16290 · CB1 8QY
School details
Local authorityCambridgeshire
RegionEast of England
URN136241
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.queenemmaschool.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Queen Emma Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Queen Emma Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 June 2023.
Is Queen Emma Primary School a good school?
Queen Emma Primary School scores 65.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 35% 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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