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Wigston Birkett House Community Special School
Station Road, Wigston, Leics, LE18 2DT, Leicestershire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
46.9 / 100
Bottom 47%
Better than 47% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
252
Capacity
236
Ages
4–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
107%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted in June 2022, this school offers a supportive environment for students aged 4-19, catering to a diverse range of needs. While there is limited data on academic performance, it is important to note that the school has not reported any students reaching the expected standards in key stage 2 assessments. However, it ranks better than 47% of other schools in the area, indicating a solid standing within the local educational landscape.
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Last inspected: 7 June 2022Quality 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%. | 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 |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British64.7%
Asian Indian10.7%
Asian Pakistani6.0%
White Other5.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.3.6%
Mixed Other2.0%
Asian Other1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Black African1.2%
Black Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Location
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52.58048, -1.11721 · LE18 2DT
School details
Local authorityLeicestershire
RegionEast Midlands
URN138935
School typeAcademy special converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Wigston Birkett House Community Special School rated by Ofsted?
Wigston Birkett House Community Special School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 June 2022.
Is Wigston Birkett House Community Special School a good school?
Wigston Birkett House Community Special School scores 46.9/100 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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