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St Helen's CE Primary School
Highfield Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4EG, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
35.0 / 100
Bottom 35%
Better than 35% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
217
Capacity
270
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
80%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a solid commitment to educational standards, particularly as it ranks in the top 67% for expected outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is relatively low at 3%, the overall performance is commendable, and the school appears to be a reliable choice for families in the area. However, the LocaleIQ score suggests there may be room for improvement compared to other schools in the region.
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Last inspected: 7 February 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%. | 58% | Bottom 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 3% | Bottom 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.8%
Black African3.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Mixed Other1.4%
White Other1.4%
Asian Indian0.9%
Other0.5%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Location
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53.60876, -1.36259 · WF9 4EG
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN139573
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is St Helen's CE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
St Helen's CE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 February 2023.
Is St Helen's CE Primary School a good school?
St Helen's CE Primary School scores 35.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 35% 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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