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Motcombe CofE Primary School
Church Road, Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 9NT, Dorset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
62.7 / 100
Top 37%
Better than 63% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
162
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
77%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong performance, particularly with 68% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2, placing it in the top 41% of schools across the UK. Parent satisfaction is reflected in its LocaleIQ score of 62.7, which is better than 63% of schools. However, the percentage of students reaching the higher standard is relatively low at 14%, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 27 June 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 68% | Top 41% 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 British91.4%
White Other2.5%
Location
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51.02553, -2.21898 · SP7 9NT
School details
Local authorityDorset
RegionSouth West
URN141798
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.motcombeprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Motcombe CofE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Motcombe CofE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 June 2023.
Is Motcombe CofE Primary School a good school?
Motcombe CofE Primary School scores 62.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 37% 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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