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Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Leen Mills Lane, Nottinghamshire, Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, NG15 8BZ, Nottinghamshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
47.0 / 100
Bottom 47%
Better than 47% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
239
Capacity
230
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
104%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, the school demonstrates a solid performance in key areas, achieving 64% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, which places it in the top 52% nationally. While the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is lower at 6%, the overall satisfaction among parents is likely supported by the school's positive environment and commitment to development. However, the LocaleIQ score indicates there is room for improvement compared to other schools in the area.
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Last inspected: 23 May 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%. | 64% | Bottom 48% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 6% | Bottom 42% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British48.5%
Black African20.5%
Black Other8.4%
Asian Indian5.9%
Asian Other3.8%
Mixed Other3.3%
White Other2.9%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
White Irish0.8%
Black Caribbean0.8%
Location
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53.04443, -1.19767 · NG15 8BZ
School details
Local authorityNottinghamshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN138812
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 May 2023.
Is Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy a good school?
Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy scores 47.0/100 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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