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Carlton Road Academy
Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8QX, Lincolnshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
52.7 / 100
Top 47%
Better than 53% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
455
Capacity
459
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates a solid performance, particularly with 53% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2, placing it in the top 77% nationally. However, it's worth noting that no students achieved the higher standard, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic opportunities. Parent satisfaction is moderate, with 71% of respondents expressing happiness with the school.
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Last inspected: 10 June 2025Quality 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%. | 53% | Bottom 23% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Parent View (17 responses)
★★★★4.1
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
94%
Good range of extra-curricular
94%
School keeps me informed
94%
My child makes good progress
94%
Good range of subjects
94%
School has high expectations
94%
Behaviour is good
88%
Progress is communicated
88%
School supports development
82%
I'd recommend this school
71%
School responds to concerns
41%
Pupil Ethnicity
White Other51.6%
White British29.9%
Black African5.7%
Asian Indian3.3%
Mixed Other2.0%
Other2.0%
Asian Pakistani1.5%
Gypsy/Roma1.1%
Asian Other0.9%
Black Caribbean0.4%
White Irish0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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52.97891, -0.03387 · PE21 8QX
School details
Local authorityLincolnshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN138751
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.carltonroadacademy.net
Frequently asked questions
What is Carlton Road Academy rated by Ofsted?
Carlton Road Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 June 2025.
Is Carlton Road Academy a good school?
Carlton Road Academy scores 52.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 47% 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 Carlton Road Academy?
Based on 17 Ofsted Parent View responses, Carlton Road Academy receives a satisfaction score of 82% across all parent survey questions.
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