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St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry
Downderry, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 3LF, Cornwall
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.8 / 100
Top 44%
Better than 56% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
109
Capacity
105
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
104%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly in key stage 2, where 94% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths. While the percentages for higher standards are lower, the school is still performing better than 56% of schools nationally. Parent satisfaction appears to be a positive aspect, making it a solid choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 9 July 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%. | 38% | Bottom 6% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.7%
White Other2.8%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
Gypsy/Roma0.9%
Mixed Other0.9%
Location
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50.36117, -4.36473 · PL11 3LF
School details
Local authorityCornwall
RegionSouth West
URN140342
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry rated by Ofsted?
St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 9 July 2024.
Is St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry a good school?
St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry scores 55.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 44% 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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