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Canford Heath Junior School
Learoyd Road, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8PJ, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
62.1 / 100
Top 38%
Better than 62% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
473
Capacity
480
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school demonstrates above-average results in reading, writing, and mathematics, with 71% of pupils meeting expected standards. While 10% achieve a higher standard, which is somewhat lower than the national average, the school remains in the top third for expected outcomes compared to UK standards. Overall, it offers a solid educational foundation for children aged 7 to 11 in the Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole area.
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Last inspected: 15 November 2011Older 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%. | 71% | Top 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 10% | Top 37% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British83.9%
White Other7.0%
Mixed Other2.3%
Asian Indian2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
White Irish0.6%
Black African0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
Location
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50.73915, -1.97312 · BH17 8PJ
School details
Local authorityBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
RegionSouth West
URN141763
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.chjs.poole.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Canford Heath Junior School rated by Ofsted?
Canford Heath Junior School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 November 2011.
Is Canford Heath Junior School a good school?
Canford Heath Junior School scores 62.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 38% 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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