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Marshwood CofE Primary Academy
Marshwood, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QA, Dorset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
4.9 / 100
Bottom 5%
Better than 5% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
46
Capacity
70
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
66%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a small pupil population of 46, the school operates in a close-knit environment, though it currently requires improvement according to the latest Ofsted report. While it performs well compared to the national average for expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, achieving 38%, the higher standard attainment at 13% indicates room for growth. Parents may appreciate the school's unique community feel, but should consider the need for improvements in overall educational quality.
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Last inspected: 8 May 2024Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
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%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Location
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50.79299, -2.87782 · DT6 5QA
School details
Local authorityDorset
RegionSouth West
URN141524
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.marshwood.dorset.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Marshwood CofE Primary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 May 2024.
Is Marshwood CofE Primary Academy a good school?
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy scores 4.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 5% 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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