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Old Earth Primary School
Lower Edge Road, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 9PL, Calderdale
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
90.6 / 100
Top 9%
Better than 91% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
455
Capacity
472
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score that surpasses 91% of schools, this primary school demonstrates a strong commitment to educational excellence. While 63% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, the percentage achieving the higher standard is relatively low at 8%. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for children aged 3-11, making it a solid choice for families in Calderdale.
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Last inspected: 10 February 2016Exempt 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%. | 63% | Bottom 44% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.4%
White Other2.4%
Asian Indian2.2%
Mixed Other1.8%
Asian Pakistani1.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.1%
Asian Other0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Black Caribbean0.4%
Other0.2%
Location
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53.68826, -1.81847 · HX5 9PL
School details
Local authorityCalderdale
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN137398
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.oldearth.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Old Earth Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Old Earth Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 February 2016.
Is Old Earth Primary School a good school?
Old Earth Primary School scores 90.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 9% 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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