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R A Butler Junior School
South Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3DG, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.3 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
384
Capacity
384
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a LocaleIQ score in the top 2%, this primary school demonstrates exceptional performance, particularly in Key Stage 2 where 82% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it among the top 10% of schools nationally. Additionally, 33% of students achieve a higher standard, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence. Parents can feel confident in the quality of education provided here.
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Last inspected: 8 May 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 82% | Top 10% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 33% | Top 1% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British81.5%
White Other7.8%
Asian Indian2.1%
Mixed Other1.6%
Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
Asian Other0.8%
Black African0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Black Other0.5%
White Irish0.3%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Location
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52.01981, 0.24508 · CB11 3DG
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN136328
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.rab.academy
Frequently asked questions
What is R A Butler Junior School rated by Ofsted?
R A Butler Junior School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 May 2024.
Is R A Butler Junior School a good school?
R A Butler Junior School scores 98.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% 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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