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Sandy Hill Academy
Sandy Hill, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3AT, Cornwall
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
92.3 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
459
Capacity
252
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
182%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in achieving 72% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 31% nationally. The school also boasts a high LocaleIQ score, indicating a positive environment compared to 92% of other schools. While the percentage of students reaching the higher standard is relatively low at 7%, the overall academic environment appears supportive and effective for learners.
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Last inspected: 23 February 2017Exempt from re-inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 72% | Top 31% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 7% | Bottom 47% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.4%
White Other2.6%
Mixed Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.7%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Asian Indian0.4%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Asian Other0.2%
Other0.2%
Black African0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Location
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50.34244, -4.77144 · PL25 3AT
School details
Local authorityCornwall
RegionSouth West
URN136318
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.sandyhill.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Sandy Hill Academy rated by Ofsted?
Sandy Hill Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 February 2017.
Is Sandy Hill Academy a good school?
Sandy Hill Academy scores 92.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 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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