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Merley First School
Oakley Straight, Merley, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1SD, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
52.3 / 100
Top 48%
Better than 52% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
287
Capacity
300
Ages
5–9
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates a solid standard of education for children aged 5 to 9. It serves 287 pupils and boasts a LocaleIQ score that places it above 52% of schools, indicating a commendable performance relative to peers. While specific academic progress data isn't provided, the positive Ofsted rating suggests a supportive learning environment and strong parent satisfaction.
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Last inspected: 29 November 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.9%
White Other2.1%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Mixed Other1.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Asian Other0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Black African0.3%
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50.78577, -1.97291 · BH21 1SD
School details
Local authorityBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
RegionSouth West
URN141794
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.merleyfirstschool.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Merley First School rated by Ofsted?
Merley First School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 November 2023.
Is Merley First School a good school?
Merley First School scores 52.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 48% 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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