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The Howard Primary School
The Square, Elford, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 9DB, Staffordshire
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
74
Capacity
96
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
77%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly as it ranks in the top 83% nationally for expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2. Although only 50% of pupils meet the expected level, the school is performing better than 63% of other schools in the area, indicating a positive learning environment. However, there is room for improvement, particularly in achieving higher standards, as none of the pupils reached the higher benchmark.
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Last inspected: 12 March 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 50% | Bottom 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | Bottom 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Mixed Other1.4%
White Irish1.4%
Location
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52.69257, -1.72254 · B79 9DB
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN142095
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.howard.staffs.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Howard Primary School rated by Ofsted?
The Howard Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 March 2024.
Is The Howard Primary School a good school?
The Howard 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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