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St John's School
Austin Canons, Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AA, Bedford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
46.5 / 100
Bottom 47%
Better than 47% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
178
Capacity
181
Ages
2–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
98%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this school demonstrates a solid commitment to quality education. However, it's important to note that there is currently no published data on Key Stage 2 performance, indicating a potential area for improvement. The school serves a small community of 178 pupils, which may contribute to a more personalized learning environment.
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Last inspected: 13 September 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British38.8%
White Other12.9%
Asian Bangladeshi9.6%
Black African7.3%
Asian Other5.6%
Asian Indian3.9%
Asian Pakistani3.9%
Black Other3.4%
Mixed Other3.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.8%
Other2.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.2%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Location
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52.12643, -0.48277 · MK42 8AA
School details
Local authorityBedford
RegionEast of England
URN137469
School typeAcademy special converter
Websitewww.st-johns-school.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is St John's School rated by Ofsted?
St John's School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 September 2023.
Is St John's School a good school?
St John's School scores 46.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 47% 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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