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Hursthead Junior School
Kirkstead Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 7PZ, Stockport
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
72.1 / 100
Top 28%
Better than 72% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
361
Capacity
360
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, achieving 76% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 21% nationally. The LocaleIQ score of 72.1 indicates it outperforms 72% of schools in the area, reflecting a supportive learning environment. However, the percentage of pupils reaching a higher standard is relatively low at 14%, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 6 December 2017Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 76% | Top 21% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 14% | Top 20% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British78.4%
Asian Other5.0%
Asian Chinese3.6%
Asian Pakistani2.8%
Mixed W+Asian2.2%
White Other2.2%
Asian Indian1.9%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Mixed Other0.8%
Other0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Black Other0.3%
White Irish0.3%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Location
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53.36224, -2.18037 · SK8 7PZ
School details
Local authorityStockport
RegionNorth West
URN140925
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Hursthead Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Hursthead Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2017.
Is Hursthead Junior School a good school?
Hursthead Junior School scores 72.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 28% 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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