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Laithes Primary School
Laithes Lane, Smithies, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3AF, Barnsley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.8 / 100
Top 44%
Better than 56% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
315
Capacity
280
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
113%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, this primary school boasts 68% of pupils achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 41% nationally. While the percentage of students reaching higher standards is lower at 8%, the overall results indicate a solid foundation for academic growth. Parent satisfaction is likely supported by the school's favorable LocaleIQ score, which ranks it better than 56% of schools.
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Last inspected: 22 March 2022Quality 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%. | 8% | Top 45% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British83.2%
White Other10.5%
Black African1.6%
Mixed Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Other0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Asian Other0.3%
White Irish0.3%
Location
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53.57906, -1.47553 · S71 3AF
School details
Local authorityBarnsley
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN141974
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.laithesprimary.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Laithes Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Laithes Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 March 2022.
Is Laithes Primary School a good school?
Laithes Primary School scores 55.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 44% 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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