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Katherine Semar Junior School
Ross Close, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4DU, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.3 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
249
Capacity
270
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and an impressive 79% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence. It ranks in the top 15% nationally for KS2 expected outcomes, and 95% of parents express satisfaction with the school's performance. Although specific data on higher standard achievements is limited, the overall environment appears to be highly supportive and effective for students aged 7-11.
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Last inspected: 11 March 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 79% | Top 15% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 22% | Top 7% UK |
Parent View (112 responses)
★★★★★4.3
Good range of extra-curricular
98%
My child feels safe
97%
My child is happy
97%
Good range of subjects
97%
School keeps me informed
96%
Behaviour is good
96%
School has high expectations
96%
Progress is communicated
96%
My child makes good progress
95%
I'd recommend this school
95%
School supports development
90%
School responds to concerns
60%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British75.5%
White Other10.4%
Mixed W+Asian3.2%
Asian Chinese2.0%
Asian Other1.2%
Mixed Other1.2%
Asian Indian1.2%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.4%
Black Other0.4%
Location
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52.00916, 0.24647 · CB11 4DU
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN141572
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.katherinesemar.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Katherine Semar Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Katherine Semar Junior School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 March 2025.
Is Katherine Semar Junior School a good school?
Katherine Semar Junior School scores 98.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Katherine Semar Junior School?
Based on 112 Ofsted Parent View responses, Katherine Semar Junior School receives a satisfaction score of 87% across all parent survey questions.
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