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Applecroft School
Applecroft Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6JZ, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
84.8 / 100
Top 15%
Better than 85% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
452
Capacity
450
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 78% of pupils meet the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 17% nationally. The school also boasts a high LocaleIQ score of 84.8, indicating it outperforms 85% of other schools in the area. However, data on higher standards is somewhat limited, with only 20% of students reaching the higher benchmark.
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Last inspected: 28 November 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & 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%. | 78% | Top 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 20% | Top 9% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British67.9%
Mixed Other6.4%
White Other6.0%
Asian Indian5.3%
Mixed W+Asian4.9%
Black African2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
Asian Other1.8%
Other1.3%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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51.79751, -0.21835 · AL8 6JZ
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN137943
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.applecroft.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Applecroft School rated by Ofsted?
Applecroft School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 November 2023.
Is Applecroft School a good school?
Applecroft School scores 84.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 15% 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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