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Normanton Junior Academy
Church Lane, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 1EY, Wakefield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
95.2 / 100
Top 5%
Better than 95% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
359
Capacity
360
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a Good Ofsted rating, this primary school excels in academic performance, achieving an impressive 83% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 9% nationally. The school's LocaleIQ score of 95.2 indicates it outperforms 95% of schools, reflecting a strong reputation within the community. However, only 10% of students reach the higher standard, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 21 March 2018Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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%. | 83% | Top 9% 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 British86.1%
White Other7.0%
Black African2.8%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Mixed Other1.1%
Asian Other0.3%
Black Other0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Location
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53.69716, -1.41816 · WF6 1EY
School details
Local authorityWakefield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN141878
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is Normanton Junior Academy rated by Ofsted?
Normanton Junior Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 March 2018.
Is Normanton Junior Academy a good school?
Normanton Junior Academy scores 95.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 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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