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Lothersdale Primary School
Lothersdale, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 8HB, North Yorkshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
95.3 / 100
Top 5%
Better than 95% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
105
Capacity
105
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a LocaleIQ score that surpasses 95% of schools, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 69% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 39% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 94% recommending the school, reflecting a positive community environment. However, the percentage of students achieving the higher standard in KS2 is relatively low at 13%, indicating room for improvement in stretching more capable learners.
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Last inspected: 24 June 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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%. | 69% | Top 39% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Parent View (71 responses)
★★★★★4.3
My child feels safe
99%
School keeps me informed
99%
My child is happy
97%
Good range of subjects
96%
Behaviour is good
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
94%
My child makes good progress
94%
I'd recommend this school
94%
School supports development
92%
School has high expectations
90%
Progress is communicated
89%
School responds to concerns
61%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.6%
Mixed Other2.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
White Other1.0%
Location
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53.90989, -2.07320 · BD20 8HB
School details
Local authorityNorth Yorkshire
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN142201
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Lothersdale Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Lothersdale Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 June 2025.
Is Lothersdale Primary School a good school?
Lothersdale Primary School scores 95.3/100 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.
What do parents say about Lothersdale Primary School?
Based on 71 Ofsted Parent View responses, Lothersdale Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 86% across all parent survey questions.
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