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Highgate Primary Academy
Nicholas Lane, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S63 9AS, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
58.3 / 100
Top 42%
Better than 58% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
356
Capacity
314
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
113%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 75% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in its local area. It ranks in the top 24% nationally for expected outcomes, although only 2% of students achieve the higher standard. Overall, it offers a solid educational foundation for children aged 3-11 in Barnsley.
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Last inspected: 19 February 2013Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 75% | Top 24% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 2% | Bottom 21% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British86.5%
White Other3.4%
Mixed Other1.7%
Black African1.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Gypsy/Roma1.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Asian Other0.6%
traveller_irish0.3%
Location
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53.53328, -1.31668 · S63 9AS
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN138701
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.astreahighgate.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Highgate Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Highgate Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 February 2013.
Is Highgate Primary Academy a good school?
Highgate Primary Academy scores 58.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 42% 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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