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The Robert Drake Primary School
Church Road, New Thundersley, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 3HT, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.2 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
312
Capacity
315
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 85% of pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 7% nationally. The school enjoys a high LocaleIQ score of 76.2, indicating it outperforms 76% of schools in the area, suggesting a positive environment for learning. However, only 9% of students reach the higher standard in these subjects, which may be a consideration for parents looking for advanced academic challenges.
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Last inspected: 6 February 2024Quality 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%. | 85% | Top 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.9%
White Other5.1%
Black African3.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.6%
Mixed Other1.6%
Asian Indian1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
Location
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51.57173, 0.56657 · SS7 3HT
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN137246
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.robertdrake.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is The Robert Drake Primary School rated by Ofsted?
The Robert Drake Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 February 2024.
Is The Robert Drake Primary School a good school?
The Robert Drake Primary School scores 76.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% 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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