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Winter Gardens Academy
Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9QA, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
40.8 / 100
Bottom 41%
Better than 41% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
417
Capacity
480
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
87%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary academy demonstrates strong performance in key stage 2, achieving expected levels in reading, writing, and maths that place it in the top 89% nationally. While the percentage of pupils reaching higher standards is relatively low at 7%, overall satisfaction among parents is likely bolstered by the school's commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. The LocaleIQ score indicates it performs better than 41% of schools, suggesting a solid choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 27 April 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 44% | Bottom 11% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 7% | Bottom 47% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.5%
White Other2.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Mixed Other1.4%
Black African1.4%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Asian Bangladeshi0.5%
Asian Other0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
traveller_irish0.2%
Location
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51.53008, 0.58235 · SS8 9QA
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN142000
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.wintergardensacademy.org
Frequently asked questions
What is Winter Gardens Academy rated by Ofsted?
Winter Gardens Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 April 2022.
Is Winter Gardens Academy a good school?
Winter Gardens Academy scores 40.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 41% 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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