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Medeshamstede Academy
Reeves Way, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5LQ, Peterborough
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
26.6 / 100
Bottom 27%
Better than 27% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
114
Capacity
117
Ages
4–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With an Ofsted rating of "Requires Improvement," the school currently faces challenges in academic performance, reflected in a low GCSE Attainment 8 score of 2.6 and minimal success in English and Maths. Parent satisfaction is also a concern, with only 42% recommending the school. While it ranks better than 27% of schools according to LocaleIQ, prospective parents may want to consider these factors carefully.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2025Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 2.6 | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 6% | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 0% | No UK data |
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 |
Parent View (19 responses)
★★★★★2.3
My child is happy
68%
School keeps me informed
68%
My child makes good progress
68%
Progress is communicated
63%
Good range of subjects
47%
School supports development
47%
My child feels safe
42%
Behaviour is good
42%
I'd recommend this school
42%
School responds to concerns
37%
School has high expectations
37%
Good range of extra-curricular
26%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British58.8%
Black African7.0%
White Other6.1%
Mixed W+Asian5.3%
Mixed Other5.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.4%
Mixed W+B African2.6%
Other2.6%
Asian Pakistani2.6%
Asian Indian1.8%
Gypsy/Roma0.9%
Asian Other0.9%
Location
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52.58481, -0.22091 · PE1 5LQ
School details
Local authorityPeterborough
RegionEast of England
URN138271
School typeFree schools special
Websitewww.medeshamstedeacademy.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Medeshamstede Academy rated by Ofsted?
Medeshamstede Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2025.
Is Medeshamstede Academy a good school?
Medeshamstede Academy scores 26.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 27% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Medeshamstede Academy?
Based on 19 Ofsted Parent View responses, Medeshamstede Academy receives a satisfaction score of 47% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Medeshamstede Academy in GCSEs?
Medeshamstede Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 2.6. 6% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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