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Marchbank Free School
Mowden Hall, Barnes Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9BL, Darlington
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
59.1 / 100
Top 41%
Better than 59% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
55
Capacity
65
Ages
5–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
85%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of January 2024, this school demonstrates a solid commitment to quality education despite limited published data on student progress. Currently, there are no pupils meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, which may raise concerns for parents regarding academic outcomes. However, the school scores better than 59% of other schools in the area, suggesting some strengths in its overall performance.
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Last inspected: 23 January 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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 British90.9%
Mixed W+B African3.6%
Mixed Other1.8%
Location
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54.53183, -1.59192 · DL3 9BL
School details
Local authorityDarlington
RegionNorth East
URN139691
School typeFree schools special
Websitewww.educationvillage.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Marchbank Free School rated by Ofsted?
Marchbank Free School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 January 2024.
Is Marchbank Free School a good school?
Marchbank Free School scores 59.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 41% 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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